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Daisy Day Care Center LLC

130 S 5th St # 132, Reading, PA 19602 · Berks County
1 core-safety citation in last 12 months 4 complaint investigations found violations Keystone STAR 4

Daisy Day Care Center LLC is a certified child care center in Reading, PA, with capacity for 54 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 4 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 12 times and confirmed violations in 4 complaint investigations. The state cited 66 violations, 18 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for health & medication (17 of 66). 4 citations came in the last 12 months, including 1 on a core-safety topic. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is tied for #37 of 84 centers in Reading and has more citations per inspection than 67% of Pennsylvania certified centers.

Inspection record

More citations than 67% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. More citations than most
Tied for #37 of 84 centers in Reading
18 Core-safety citations
48 Other citations
12 Inspections
4 Complaint investigations that found violations
66 citations from 16 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · 4 in the last 12 months · last inspected Nov 24, 2025

Every state visit

2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom) Nov 24, 2025 · Inspection · citation found Jun 9, 2025 · Inspection · citation found Nov 18, 2024 · Inspection · citation found Aug 8, 2024 · Report/investigation · citation found Aug 8, 2024 · Inspection · citation found Apr 10, 2024 · Inspection · citation found Apr 5, 2024 · Report/investigation · citation found Nov 29, 2023 · Inspection · citation found Feb 15, 2023 · Report/investigation · citation found Feb 15, 2023 · Inspection · citation found Nov 28, 2022 · Inspection · citation found Apr 4, 2022 · Inspection · no citation Dec 14, 2021 · Inspection · citation found Nov 4, 2021 · Report/investigation · citation found Nov 4, 2021 · Inspection · citation found Nov 4, 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

Health & medication 17
Training & qualifications 12
Building & playground safety 9
Supervision 8
Background checks 7
Records & paperwork 7
Staff ratios 3
Other standards 2
Emergency preparedness 1

Citations, newest first

Core safety Nov 24, 2025 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
A renewal inspection was conducted on 11/24/2025. At that time, staff files were reviewed. The following items were not updated within 60 months. Staff person #1: Mandated reporter training certificates on file are dated 2/10/2020 and 3/27/2025. Staff person #2: Child abuse clearances on file are dated 2/4/2020 and 3/5/2025. NSOR verifications on file are dated 3/2/2020 and 3/24/2025. Staff person #3: Child abuse clearances on file are dated 12/3/2019 and 12/6/2024.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 12, 2025): “All required clearances and mandated reporter training for Staff #1, #2, and #3 have been reviewed. Updated documentation has been obtained and placed in each staff person's file. Going forward: All staff files have been audited to confirm that every required clearance, verification, and training…”
Citation Nov 24, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
Free from contagious/communicable disease 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(d)(7)
A renewal inspection was conducted on 11/24/2025. At that time, a sample of children's files were reviewed. Health reports on file for child #1 and child #3 do not include a statement that the child is able to participate in child care and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 5, 2026): “Updated health report forms that include the required statements are being obtained for Child #1 and Child #3. Parents have been notified, and the corrected health reports from each child's medical provider will be placed in the children's files by the correction date listed above.”
Citation Nov 24, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
Surfaces cleaned 55 Pa. Code §3270.135(b)
A renewal inspection was conducted on 11/24/2025. At that time, diaper changing pads in the Infant/Young Toddler room and Young Toddler room were observed to be ripped, exposing the foam inside. This renders the surfaces unable to be properly cleaned after use.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 12, 2026): “The ripped diaper changing pads in both rooms were immediately repaired on 11/24/2025. Staff were notified of the repair and instructed to ensure all diaper-changing surfaces remain in good condition and fully sanitizable.”
Citation Nov 24, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Parent home/work address, phone/Name/address/phone release person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(3)/3270.124(b)(7)
A renewal inspection was conducted on 11/24/2025. At that time, a sample of children's files were reviewed. The following information was missing from children's emergency contact forms: Child #2: Mother's work address. Child #4: Release person's phone number. Child #5: Mother's work address.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 12, 2026): “All missing information for Child #2, Child #4, and Child #5 was obtained and added to the children's emergency contact forms on 11/24/2025. Each child's file has been reviewed and updated to ensure full compliance with emergency contact requirements.”
Citation Jun 9, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(i)
During unannounced monitoring conducted on 6/9/2025, certificate for pediatric first-aid/CPR training on file for staff person #2 expired on 2/28/2025 and was not renewed until 3/27/2025.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 11, 2025): “Staff person #2 took the pediatric first aid/CPR training on 3/19/2025 and the certificate is on file. We scheduled the training for the first week in February but it was suspended due to the weather. We tried to reschedule, but the trainer was going to have an operation, and we had to wait until…”
Citation Jun 9, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Comply with CPSL 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)
During unannounced monitoring conducted on 6/9/2025, mandated reporter training certificates on file for staff person #1 are dated 2/10/2020 and 3/27/2025, which is past 60 months.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 11, 2025): “Staff person #1 took the mandated reporter training on 3/27/2025 and the certificate is on file.”
Core safety Nov 18, 2024 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
During renewal inspection, RAP sheet attached to PSP clearance dated 10/27/2021 on file for staff person #7 was cut off and therefore clearance is incomplete. Child abuse clearances on file for staff person #1 are dated 8/11/2018 and 8/31/2023, which is past 60 months.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 30, 2025): “Staff Person # 7- On 12/11/24 a new PSP clearance was ordered and came back without a RAP sheet. PSP was shown to the inspector. Staff Person #1- Child abuse clearance was renewed 8/31/23, few days past the expiration date. this needs to be renewed every 60 months.”
Citation Nov 18, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Locked or inaccessible 55 Pa. Code §3270.66(a)
During renewal inspection, diaper cream labeled "Keep out of reach of children" was stored in plastic bins on a lower shelf of the diapering table, making them accessible to children in Room 5 - Infant/Young Toddler room.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 27, 2025): “The diaper cream was immediately removed from the plastic bin and moved to a locked drawer at the front office where it is inaccessible to children.”
Citation Nov 18, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Has all items 55 Pa. Code §3270.75(c)
During renewal inspection, first-aid kit in Room 1 - Pick-up/Drop off area did not contain tape.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 27, 2025): “We added tape to that first-aid kit immediately.”
Citation Nov 18, 2024 Inspection Health & medication
12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(a)
During renewal inspection, health assessments for the following staff persons were obtained past 24 months: Staff person #1: Health assessments on file are dated 3/12/2022 and 4/18/2014, which is past 24 months Staff person #3: Health assessments on file are dated 12/16/2021 and 1/30/2024, which is past 24 months.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 17, 2025): “Staff Person # 1 Health Assessment was renewed on 4/18/24 and Staff Person # 3 - Health Assessment was renewed on 1/30/24. This was renewed like a month to 1 ½ month past the expiration date. This is due every 24 months.”
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Citation Nov 18, 2024 Inspection Health & medication
Exam communicable disease/Physician/CRNP assessment 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(c)(3)/3270.151(c)(5)
During renewal inspection, health assessment on file for staff person #2 did not include an examination for communicable diseases and the results of that examination or the physician's or CRNP's assessment of the person's suitability to provide child care.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 27, 2025): “Staff Person # 2 Health Assessment ¿ She when to the doctor¿s office and they look for her file and marked on her Health Assessment that she does not have any communicable diseases and that she is suitable to provide childcare.”
Citation Nov 18, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(i)
During renewal inspection, previous certificate for pediatric first-aid/CPR training on file for staff person #5 expired on 8/31/2024 and was not renewed until 10/10/2024. Previous certificate for pediatric first-aid/CPR training on file for staff person #6 expired on 9/30/2024 and was not renewed until 10/10/2024.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 17, 2025): “Staff Person # 5- Pediatric first aid/CPR Training was renewed on 10/10/24 and Staff Person # 6- Pediatric first aid/CPR Training was renewed on 10/10/24. This was done past their expiration date. this are due every 24 months.”
Citation Nov 18, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Fire safety - 1 yr. 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(ii)
During renewal inspection, fire safety certificates on file for staff person #3 and staff person #4 are dated 2/22/2023 and 4/15/2024, which is past 12 months.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 17, 2025): “Staff Person # 3 Fire Safety Training was renewed on 4/15/24 and Staff Person # 4 - Fire Safety Training was renewed on 4/15/24. This was renewed past their expiration date. This needs to be renewed every 12 months.”
Citation Nov 18, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)
During renewal inspection, staff person #3 obtained 7 hours of annual child care training for training year 12/14/2022-12/14/2023.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 27, 2025): “Staff person # 3 - She took 8 hrs. training between 2/20/23-3/16/23 plus she took 3 credits at RACC towards her CDA from 1/17/2023 through 5/5/2023. I think that was enough to fulfill the requirement for the training year 12/14/2022-12/14/2023. She took 21.5 hrs. training between 4/15/24…”
Core safety Aug 8, 2024 Complaint investigation Supervision
Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1)
During complaint investigation conducted 8/8/2024, staff person #1 was not able to identify any children in primary care group. Staff #1 was covering for another staff member on break. Additionally, complaint investigation verified that staff members leave school-age children in a room to watch movies while they go into other rooms to speak with other staff members.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 8, 2024): “Legal entity will arrange for staff #1 and any staff caring for school-age children to complete the trainings entitled "Supervisión: ¿Qué Se Requiere?", "Supervisión: Trabajo en equipo", and "Supervisión: Contando a los Niños" through Better Kid Care or similar training that has been approved by…”
Citation Aug 8, 2024 Inspection Health & medication
12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Mantoux TB 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(a)/3270.151(c)(2)
During unannounced monitoring conducted 8/8/2024, health assessment and TB test for staff person #2 were both dated 9/23/2022, which is over 12 months prior to initial service (see LIS code sheet for start date).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 30, 2024): “Staff person #2 did her TB test on 8/24/2024 and was read on 8/26/2024 when her health assessment was completed and placed in her file.”
Citation Aug 8, 2024 Complaint investigation Other standards
Promote development 55 Pa. Code §3270.111(c)
Complaint investigation conducted on 8/8/2024 verified that an inappropriate movie has been played on the facility's TV by school-age children who have access to the facility's TV remote/ YouTube.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 8, 2024): “A policy was created, distributed, and signed by all staff members about the TV remote controllers. Only staff members are authorized to handle and use the TV remote controls. Staff members will make sure that any movies children watch are appropriate for their age.”
Citation Aug 8, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
During unannounced monitoring conducted 8/8/2024, staff person #1 and staff person #3 did not complete the required one-hour 2022 update to the health and safety training by 12/30/2022.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 30, 2024): “Staff person #1 had the required one hour 2022 update to the health and safety training completed by 11/5/2022 but the certificate was not in her file. Staff person #3 completed the required one hour 2022 update to the health and safety training on 8/8/2024. Staff person #3 is the cook for both…”
Core safety Apr 10, 2024 Inspection Supervision
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
During unannounced monitoring conducted 4/10/2024, staff person #1 and staff person #5 were observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person #1 has not completed the following pre-service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: Pediatric first-aid/CPR from PQAS instructor. Staff person #5 has not completed mandated reporter training within the last 60 months. This is evidenced by the previously documented mandated reporter training on file being dated 3/19/2019.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 3, 2024): “Staff person #1 took the pediatric first-aid/CPR training on 10/23/2023. Certificate was emailed but never printed and placed in the file. Staff person #5 took the mandated reporter training on 4/10/2024. Both certificates were placed in the staff file and emailed to DHS.”
Core safety Apr 10, 2024 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
During unannounced monitoring conducted 4/10/2024, staff person #5 has not completed mandated reporter training within the last 60 months. This is evidenced by the previously documented mandated reporter training on file being dated 3/19/2019. Staff person #2 did not have NSOR clearance on file and was observed to be working alone in the young toddler classroom. Staff person #1 had PSP clearance request on file dated 7/20/2023, which is not an acceptable clearance. Staff person #1 also did not have NSOR clearance on file. Staff person #1 was observed to be working alone in the infant classroom.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 15, 2024): “Owner, administrator, and directors have register for and will attend the existing provider orientation conducted by the NE Regional Office on 5/15/2024.”
Core safety Apr 10, 2024 Inspection Staff ratios
Mixed Age Level 55 Pa. Code §3270.52
During unannounced monitoring conducted 4/10/2024, staff person #1 was present in the infant room with 5 children. The youngest child in the infant room was 7 months old. Staff person #2 was present in the young toddler room with 7 children. The youngest child in the young toddler room was 2 years old.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 1, 2024): “Additional staff were added to the infant and young toddler rooms prior to certification representative leaving. We had a staff meeting on 4/11/2024 regarding staff:child ratios and other topics.”
Citation Apr 10, 2024 Inspection Health & medication
12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(a)
During unannounced monitoring conducted 4/10/2024, health assessments on file for staff person #3 were dated 3/12/2022 and 4/8/2024, which is past 24 months. Last health assessment on file for staff person #4 is dated 12/15/2021.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 3, 2024): “Staff person #3 and staff person #4 completed their health assessments. They were placed in their files and emailed to DHS.”
Citation Apr 10, 2024 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 unannounced monitoring conducted on 4/10/2024, facility's fire detection testing log reflected that smoke detectors were tested past 30 days on the following occasions: 11/13/2023-12/18/2023, 1/15/2024-2/19/2024.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 1, 2024): “We established that smoke detectors get tested every 2 weeks to make sure we are always in compliance with the standards.”
Citation Apr 10, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)
During unannounced monitoring conducted on 4/10/2024, staff person #1 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Pediatric first-aid/CPR from PQAS instuctor.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 3, 2024): “Staff person #1 was going to start working last year but she did not start until 4/10/2024. She took pediatric first-aid/CPR on 10/23/2023 and the certificate was emailed to us at the end of the month but was not printed and placed in her file. Certificate was printed on 4/11/2024 and placed in the…”
Core safety Apr 5, 2024 Complaint investigation Supervision
Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1)
During complaint investigation conducted 4/10/2024, staff person #2 did not know the names of children in their group. Additionally, two school-age children were observed to be alone in a room on the second floor of the facility. Throughout the investigation, school-aged children were observed to be walking through the hallways and traveling to different floors of the facility unaccompanied by a staff member.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 1, 2024): “We had a staff meeting regarding supervision. We reinforced that they have to supervise the children at all times. They need to know the names and whereabouts of all children that are assigned to them in the facility promises or on facilities excursions of promises. They have to be responsible for…”
Core safety Nov 29, 2023 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
As of the renewal inspection on 11/29/23, staff #1 did not have clearances from a state she has lived in in the previous 5 years.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 25, 2024): “Staff will get Florida clearances that will be put in the file. Staff will not work in the center until Florida clearances are on file.”
Citation Nov 29, 2023 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
As of the renewal inspection on 11/29/23, 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 and add it to our emergency plan.”
Citation Nov 29, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
Heat Source 55 Pa. Code §3270.71
During the renewal inspection on 11/29/23, the heater in Room 5 that is at floor level accessible to children was on and got very hot to the touch.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 25, 2024): “The heater will be covered.”
Citation Nov 29, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76
During the renewal inspection on 11/29/23, the ceiling tiles by the windows in room #6 were stained.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 5, 2023): “The ceiling tiles will be replaced.”
Citation Nov 29, 2023 Inspection Health & medication
2 feet apart 55 Pa. Code §3270.106(f)
During the renewal inspection on 11/29/23, there was not two feet of space on three sides of cribs when infants were sleeping.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 25, 2024): “We will talk to the infant teacher and retrain staff on the requirement for sleeping equipment to have two feet of space on three sides.”
Citation Nov 29, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Reports of accidents, injuries and illnesses. Original report - parent same day Copy - facility accident file. Copy - child's file 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(7)
As of the renewal inspection on 11/29/23, accident and incident reports were not being filed in the child's file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 25, 2024): “A copy of incident reports will be put in the child's file.”
Core safety Feb 15, 2023 Complaint investigation Staff ratios
Mixed Age Level 55 Pa. Code §3270.52
On 2/15/23, in the afternoon, there were 17 preschool and school-age children observed with staff #1. This number of children requires at least 2 staff persons at all times.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 19, 2023): “Talked about ratios at staff meeting and stressed that when age group is mixed it goes by the youngest age. Ratios are posted in each classroom.”
Core safety Feb 15, 2023 Complaint investigation Supervision
Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1)
During an unannounced inspection on 2/15/23 in the afternoon, there were 17 preschool and school-age children observed with staff #1. Staff #1 was standing at the top of the ramp to the play space by the open door to the facility. The children were going in and out of the open door of the building, making it impossible for the teacher to supervise and be physically present with all of the children.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 19, 2023): “Meeting with staff was completed and staff will be present with their group and supervise them at all times.”
Core safety Feb 15, 2023 Inspection Supervision
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
During an unannounced inspection on 2/15/23, staff #1 was observed working alone with 17 preschool and school age children. Staff person #1 has not completed the following pre-service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: Health and Safety training and Pediatric First Aid and Pediatric CPR.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 3, 2023): “Staff #1 completed the Health and safety training and the Pediatric 1st Aid/CPR training.”
Core safety Feb 15, 2023 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
During an unannounced inspection on 2/15/23, Staff #1 (see code sheet for hire date) was observed working alone with 17 preschool and school age children. Staff #1 did not have NSOR on file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 3, 2023): “Staff will obtain the NSOR.”
Citation Feb 15, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
Play space - 65 square feet/child 55 Pa. Code §3270.62(b)
On 2/15/23 during an unannounced inspection, there were 17 preschool and school age children in the outdoor play space that measures for 11 children.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 19, 2023): “Talked to staff about capacity and posted a sign with capacity for play area (11).”
Citation Feb 15, 2023 Inspection Health & medication
12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(a)/3270.192(3)
On 2/15/23 during an unannounced inspection, Staff #1, who was working with children, did not have a health assessment and results of TB screening on file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 3, 2023): “Spoke to staff member and she was suspended until all documents are completed. Date of suspension is 2/16/23. All documents were submitted on 3/2/23 and will return on 3/3/23.”
Citation Feb 15, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
On 2/15/23 during an unannounced inspection, Staff #1, who was working with children, did not have two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 3, 2023): “Staff was suspended on 2/16/23 until references were submitted. All paperwork was submitted on 3/2/23 and staff will regturn on 3/3/23.”
Core safety Nov 28, 2022 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
As of the renewal inspection on 11/28/22, Staff #2 did not have clearances from New York, where she has lived in the previous 5 years.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 13, 2022): “Staff will be removed from care until NY clearances are obtained and on file.”
Citation Nov 28, 2022 Inspection Building & playground safety
Measurement and use of indoor child care space 55 Pa. Code §3270.61
during the renewal inspection on 11/28/22, there were 9 preschoolers in a room that measures for 8, and 8 school agers in a room that measures for 7.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 13, 2022): “We will make sure we have enough staff to be able to split children. Will call in "as needed" staff. We will not have more children in the rooms than the room is measured for.”
Citation Nov 28, 2022 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)
As of the renewal inspection on 11/28/22, Staff person #1 has a Pediatric First Aid and Pediatric CPR certificate that expired 9/16/22 (see LIS code sheet for hire date).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 8, 2022): “Staff is scheduled for the 1st Aid Training on 12/3/22.”
Citation Nov 28, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Each child care space 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(c)
During the renewal inspection on 11/28/22, there was no emergency contact information in the room where child #1 was receiving care.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 13, 2022): “Director will copy the emergency contact form and put it in the room where the child receives care.”
Core safety Dec 14, 2021 Inspection Supervision
Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1)
It was confirmed through interviews at a complaint investigation conducted on 11/17/2021 that a staff person left the school-age classroom unsupervised to get snacks and use the bathroom. The facility provided a plan of correction that stated "A staff meeting was done on 11/5/21. We reviewed and discussed some of the regulations. Also, a memo was provided to all staff members on 12/9/21 to make sure all staff understand that they must be in compliance with these regulations (children on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the premises shall be supervised by a staff person at all times). We will provide supervision training on a regular basis to all staff members. We will make sure that all children are supervised by the staff at all times." The correction date given was 12/9/21. On 12/14/21, staff #1 left the classroom to answer the door, leaving the class unattended. Staff #2 left the infant room to greet the Certification Rep, leaving the room unattended.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 1, 2022): “A staff meeting was done on 12/14/21. We reviewed and reinforced this regulation. Also, a memo was provided to all staff members again to make sure all staff understand that they must be in compliance with these regulations (children on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the…”
Citation Dec 14, 2021 Inspection Health & medication
Clean, age appropriate 55 Pa. Code §3270.106(a)
On 11/4/21 during the renewal inspection, the cribs in the infant room were not labeled for use of a specific child. The program submitted a plan of correction that stated "Cribs are all labeled with the child's name. We will make sure labels are updated and accurate at all times." The correction date was 11/15/21. On 12/14/21 during a follow up visit, there was a three year old in a crib in the infant room that was not labeled for the child. This is an ongoing violation.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 1, 2022): “We reviewed and discussed this regulation. The rest equipment (cribs and cots) are all labeled with the child's name and/or designated number for use of a specific child and will be used only by the specified child. We will make sure labels are updated and accurate at all times. We had a staff…”
Citation Dec 14, 2021 Inspection Health & medication
ACIP recommended immunization record 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(e)
On 11/4/21 during the renewal inspection, there was no documentation of influenza vaccine in the previous year on file for child #1 (start date 9/8/20). The facility provided a plan of correction that stated "Documentation of influenza vaccine or an exemption letter will be submitted for child #1 by 12/4 or the child will be removed from care. We will have a system in place to track when updates are needed and notify parents 30 days prior to the document expiration." A correction date of 12/4/21 was given. On 12/14/21, there was still no documentation of influenza vaccine or an exemption letter and the child was in care.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 1, 2022): “Mother of child #1 stated that the documentation would be submitted by 12/4. She brought immunization documentation in but they were the same. On 12/14 the mother stated she will set up an appointment with the doctor. On 12/23 we let her know that if on 1/4/22 when we reopen we don't receive the…”
Citation Dec 14, 2021 Inspection Records & paperwork
Each child care space 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(c)
On 11/4/21 during the renewal inspection, there was no emergency contact form in the toddler room for a child that was receiving care in that room. The provider submitted a plan of correction that stated "The emergency contact form was put in the classroom emergency contact folder. We will keep folders updated and in order to easily find documents." The date of correction given by the provider was 11/4/21. On 12/14/21, there was no emergency contact form for child #1 in the room where he was receiving care. There was also no emergency contact information for child #2 in the room where the child was receiving care. This is an ongoing violation.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 1, 2022): “A staff meeting was done on 12/14/21. We reviewed and reinforced this regulation. Training was provided to the new director on all the requirements. The emergency contact form was put in the toddler classroom emergency contact folder. Also, we keep an emergency form in the preschool room where the…”
Core safety Nov 4, 2021 Complaint investigation Supervision
Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1)
It was confirmed through interviews at a complaint investigation conducted on 11/17/2021 that Staff #1 has left the school-age classroom unsupervised to get snacks and use the bathroom.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 21, 2021): “All facility staff will complete the Better Kid Care trainings titled Supervision: What's Required (Supervision: Que Se Requiere?) and Supervision: Teamwork (Supervision: Trabajo en Equipo). Certificates of completion will be provided to the Regional Office when completed.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Core safety Nov 4, 2021 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
On 11/4/21 during the renewal inspection, the most recent disclosure statement on file for staff #1 was dated 11/16/16. Staff #2 (hire date 7/25/21) was missing FBI clearance and NSOR, and the required CPSL training and must be removed from care. Staff #3 (hire date 11/8/19) was missing NSOR and must be removed from care. Staff #6 (hire date 12/1/20) was missing NSOR and must be removed from care. Staff #7 (hire date 9/16/20) was missing a signed disclosure statement and NSOR and must be removed from care.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 3, 2021): “Staff #1 signed new disclosure statement. Staff #2 is no longer employed at the center. The NSOR for staff #3 is now on file. Staff #6 has NSOR clearance dated 3/2/20. Staff #7 has a signed disclosure statement and NSOR dated 11/10/21.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Core safety Nov 4, 2021 Inspection Staff ratios
Similar Age Level/Mixed Age Level 55 Pa. Code §3270.51/3270.52
On 11/4/21 during the renewal inspection, there were 8 children with 1 staff in the preschool room, however, the youngest child was 2 years old requiring a ratio of 1:6. There were 14 school age children that were left several times with one staff person.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 14, 2021): “Daily group list and head count list were created. The list will consist of kids and teacher. Each classroom has a list of child ratios. Classrooms will be in ratio at all times.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Core safety Nov 4, 2021 Inspection Supervision
Aides supervised all times 55 Pa. Code §3270.37(c)
On 10/27/21 staff #1, an aide at the facility, was alone with school age children. This was confirmed through interviews conducted during a complaint investigation on 11/4/21 and 11/17/21.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 14, 2021): “We will make sure that an aide at the facility will not stay alone with children. Also that an aide or a combination of aides are supervised at all times by a staff person qualified at minimum as an assistant group supervisor. Staff #1 is no longer employed at the facility and there are currently…”
Citation Nov 4, 2021 Inspection Building & playground safety
Locked or inaccessible 55 Pa. Code §3270.66(a)
On 11/4/21 during the renewal inspection, there were Clorox Wipes, hand sanitizer and Lysol spray on the sink accessible to children in the Preschool room.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 14, 2021): “Cleaning supplies have been placed in locked cabinets inaccessible to children. Staff were trained.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Nov 4, 2021 Inspection Health & medication
Clean, age appropriate 55 Pa. Code §3270.106(a)
On 11/4/21 during the renewal inspection, the cribs in the infant room were not labeled for use of a specific child.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Dec 14, 2021): “Cribs are all labeled with the child's name.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Nov 4, 2021 Inspection Health & medication
ACIP recommended immunization record 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(e)
On 11/4/21 during the renewal inspection, there was no immunization record on file for child #1 (start date 6/30/21) and no documentation of influenza vaccine in the previous year on file for child #2 (start date 9/8/20).
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Dec 14, 2021): “An immunization record was submitted for child #1. Documentation of influenza vaccine or an exemption letter will be submitted for child #2 by 12/4 or the child will be removed from care.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Nov 4, 2021 Inspection Health & medication
Child's hands washed/Adult Hygiene 55 Pa. Code §3270.134(a)/3270.152
On 11/4/21 during the renewal inspection, staff #3 was observed changing three diapers consecutively before nap without washing any of the children's hands or her own hands.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 14, 2021): “Meeting was held with staff about diapering and handwashing. Signs were posted at sinks. Training completed.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Nov 4, 2021 Inspection Health & medication
Surfaces cleaned 55 Pa. Code §3270.135(b)
On 11/4/21 during the renewal inspection, staff #3 was observed changing three diapers consecutively before nap without cleaning the changing table or changing the surface covering after each use.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 14, 2021): “Staff completed training. Changing table will be cleaned after each use.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Nov 4, 2021 Inspection Health & medication
12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(a)/3270.192(3)
On 11/4/21 during the renewal inspection, staff #2 (start date 7/25/21) did not have a health assessment on file. The most recent health assessment for staff #7 was dated 5/28/19.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 14, 2021): “Staff #2 is no longer employed at the center. The health assessment for staff #7 is on file and dated 11/11/21.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Nov 4, 2021 Inspection Health & medication
Physical examination/Physician/CRNP assessment 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(c)(1)/3270.151(c)(5)
On 11/4/21 during the renewal inspection, the health assessment form for staff #4 did not indicate that the physician completed a health assessment or provide an assessment of the person's suitability to provide child care.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 19, 2021): “Health assessment form for staff #4 now indicates that the physician completed a health assessment and that the staff is suitable for child care.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Nov 4, 2021 Inspection Health & medication
Mantoux TB 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(c)(2)
On 11/4/21 during the renewal inspection, there was no TB screening and results on file for staff #2 (hire date 7/25/21).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 19, 2021): “Staff #2 is no longer employed at the center.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Nov 4, 2021 Inspection Building & playground safety
Exceeding Capacity 55 Pa. Code §3270.61(h)
On 11/4/21 during the renewal inspection, there were 14 school age children in a room with a capacity of 8.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 14, 2021): “The second floor room is also now being used for school age care. The number of children will not exceed the room capacity.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Nov 4, 2021 Inspection Training & qualifications
Fire safety - 1 yr. 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(ii)
On 11/4/21 during the renewal inspection, the most recent fire safety training for staff #8 was dated 9/16/20.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 15, 2021): “When staff returns from Puerto Rico, she will complete the training. Staff will not return to work until training is completed.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Nov 4, 2021 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)
On 11/4/21 during the renewal inspection, the health and safety training for staff #1 was dated 9/5/16, prior to the acceptable date for the training. There was no health and safety training for staff #2 (hire date 7/25/21), and staff #3 (hire date 11/8/19).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 15, 2021): “Staff #1 completed the training on 11/11/21. Staff #2 is no longer employed at the facility as of 11/4/21. #3 completed the training 11/14/19.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Nov 4, 2021 Inspection Training & qualifications
Staff evaluations 55 Pa. Code §3270.34(a)(6)
On 11/4/21 during the renewal inspection, there was no written evaluation in the previous year on file for staff #1, #3, #4, #5, and #7, all employed for over one year.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 17, 2021): “Evaluations for staff 1, 3, 4, 5, 7 were completed.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Nov 4, 2021 Inspection Training & qualifications
Employed and present 30 hrs/wk 55 Pa. Code §3270.34(c)
On 11/4/21 during the renewal inspection, there was no director employed at the facility. It was reported to the Certification Representative that the director resigned in August 2021.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 14, 2021): “We will hire a new director.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Nov 4, 2021 Inspection Other standards
Outdoor Activity 55 Pa. Code §3270.114
On 11/4/21 during the renewal inspection, none of the children were taken outside all day, despite it being a sunny day with temperatures in the 50s and no air quality alerts.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 14, 2021): “Children will be taken outside daily weather permitting.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Nov 4, 2021 Inspection Records & paperwork
Each child care space 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(c)
On 11/4/21 during the renewal inspection, there was no emergency contact form in the toddler room for child #2 where the child was receiving care.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Dec 14, 2021): “The emergency contact form was put in the classroom emergency contact folder.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Nov 4, 2021 Inspection Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
On 11/4/21 during the renewal inspection, there were no references on file for staff #2 (hire date 7/25/21).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 17, 2021): “Staff #2 is no longer employed at the center.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized

“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

Violation found Aug 8, 2024 Complaint investigation
2 violations cited, listed under Citations.
Violation found Apr 5, 2024 Complaint investigation
1 violation cited, listed under Citations.
Violation found Feb 15, 2023 Complaint investigation
2 violations cited, listed under Citations.
Violation found Nov 4, 2021 Complaint investigation
1 violation cited, listed under Citations.

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
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 54 children
Certificate status Regular
Certificate valid through Feb 25, 2027
Keystone STARS STAR 4
since Mar 27, 2026 · what STARS means
Operator Daisy Day Care Center LLC
Hours Monday–Friday 5:00 AM–11:59 PM How Pennsylvania centers’ hours compare
Phone (610) 741-6784
State certificate # CER-00250153
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Not checked by Daycare Record

Common questions

Has Daisy Day Care Center LLC had any serious violations?

Pennsylvania cited 18 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 Nov 24, 2025 (background checks): “A renewal inspection was conducted on 11/24/2025. At that time, staff files were reviewed. The following items were not updated within 60 months. Staff person #1: Mandated reporter training certificates on file 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 Center LLC?

Pennsylvania lists 4 complaint investigations 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 Daisy Day Care Center LLC’s Keystone STARS rating?

STAR 4, effective Mar 27, 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 Center LLC compare with other daycares in Reading?

It is tied for #37 of 84 centers in Reading by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 67% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.

When was Daisy Day Care Center LLC last inspected?

Nov 24, 2025 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.

How much does Daisy Day Care Center LLC 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 Center LLC?

The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Daisy Day Care Center 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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