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Darilyns Kiddie City Day Care Center II Corp

1116 Perry St, Reading, PA 19604 · Berks County
1 core-safety citation in last 12 months Keystone STAR 2

Darilyns Kiddie City Day Care Center II Corp is a certified child care center in Reading, PA, with capacity for 75 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 2 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 7 times. The state cited 53 violations, 4 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for records & paperwork (12 of 53). 18 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 #51 of 84 centers in Reading and has more citations per inspection than 76% of Pennsylvania certified centers.

Inspection record

More citations than 76% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. More citations than most
Tied for #51 of 84 centers in Reading
4 Core-safety citations
49 Other citations
7 Inspections
0 Complaint investigations that found violations
53 citations from 8 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · 18 in the last 12 months · last inspected Jan 21, 2026

Every state visit

2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom) Jan 21, 2026 · Inspection · citation found Dec 5, 2025 · Inspection · citation found Sep 19, 2025 · Report/investigation · no citation Dec 16, 2024 · Inspection · citation found Feb 16, 2024 · Inspection · citation found Dec 20, 2023 · Inspection · citation found Dec 16, 2022 · Inspection · citation found Dec 10, 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 12
Emergency preparedness 11
Building & playground safety 10
Training & qualifications 9
Health & medication 7
Background checks 4

Citations, newest first

Follow-up Jan 21, 2026 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Letter to parents 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(e)
CONTINUED NONCOMPLIANCE: During a renewal inspection on 12/5/25 the letter to the parents regarding the emergency procedures did not address lockdown or the accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions. The facility's acceptable plan of correction indicated the correction would be implemented by 1/16/26. During an unannounced monitoring inspection on 1/21/26 the letter to the parents regarding the emergency procedures did not address the accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions. Cert rep notes the emergency plan letter to the parents did address lockdown on this date.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 17, 2026): “The letter to parents regarding the emergency procedures now includes the accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.”
Re-cited at a follow-up visit; counted once, with the original citation.
Core safety Dec 5, 2025 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
During a renewal inspection on 12/5/25 Staff 1 had NSOR clearances dated 7/13/2020 & 10/24/25 and Staff 2 had NSOR clearances dated 7/13/2020 & 10/24/25. This is more than 60 months between clearance certificates. Staff 1 and 2 were reported to have served as staff between 7/14/25-10/24/25.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 21, 2026): “Tier 1: The operator will comply with the child protective services law(CPSL). Staff 1 and 2 have valid NSORs on file dated 10/24/25 and now have clearances that comply with the CPSL. Correction date 12/5/25 Implemented 12/23/25 Tier 2: The legal entity will update the existing staff/facility…”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Dec 5, 2025 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Training regarding plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(c)
During a renewal inspection on 12/5/25 Staff 1 and 2 received emergency plan training on 6/12/24 and 9/30/25. This is more than 12 months between emergency plan trainings.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 23, 2025): “Staff 1 and Staff 2 received emergency plan training on 9/30/25.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Dec 5, 2025 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Letter to parents 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(e)
During a renewal inspection on 12/5/25 the letter to the parents regarding the emergency procedures did not address lockdown or the accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Jan 21, 2026): “The lock down and accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions will be added to the emergency plan letter to the parents.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Dec 5, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Locked or inaccessible/Small Toys and Objects 55 Pa. Code §3270.66(a)/3270.103
During a renewal inspection on 12/5/25 Cert rep observed Febreeze, Fabuloso, Window Cleaner, and Hand sanitizer under the sink in an unlocked cabinet in the 1st floor women's bathroom. These items were labeled "Keep out of Reach of Children. Cert rep also observed Plastic bags and Gloves on the accessible shelf of the 1st floor changing table, and plastic bags in the unlocked cabinet in the older toddler side of Classroom 4. These items were accessible to toddler children who may still be placing objects in their mouths.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 21, 2026): “The Febreeze, Fabuloso, Window Cleaner, Hand sanitizer, Plastic bags and Gloves were immediate removed from the accessible areas during the inspection.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Dec 5, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Lidded waste receptacles 55 Pa. Code §3270.82(i)
During a renewal inspection on 12/5/25 Cert rep observed trash cans without lids in the men's and women's bathrooms on the first floor. Cert rep observed no lidded trash receptacle was present in these bathrooms.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 21, 2026): “Trash cans with no lids were removed and replaced with lidded trash cans in both the men's and women's bathroom on the first floor.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Dec 5, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
Free from contagious/communicable disease 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(d)(7)
During a renewal inspection on 12/5/25 Child 3(Older Toddler)'s health assessment(date 5/23/25) did 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 21, 2026): “A DHS Health assessment will for children will be provided to the parent for the child's physician to complete. This form will be handed in to the facility. The new health report will be on file by 12/31/25, or the child will be dismissed from care and will not return until an acceptable health…”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Dec 5, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
Name on bottle/Original label 55 Pa. Code §3270.133(3)/3270.133(5)
During a renewal inspection on 12/5/25 Cert rep observed Z Guard Paste - exp 6/2025 on the shelf under the first floor changing table. Cert rep also observed this diaper cream was not labeled with the child's name of who is was intended for.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 21, 2026): “Z Guard Paste was throw out during the inspection.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Dec 5, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
Locked 55 Pa. Code §3270.133(4)
During a renewal inspection on 12/5/25 Cert rep observed Z Guard Paste on the shelf under the first floor changing table. This area was accessible to children.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 21, 2026): “Z Guard Paste was thrown out during the inspection.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Dec 5, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(a)
During a renewal inspection on 12/5/25 Staff 4's initial health assessment was dated 10/7/24, which is more than 12 months before their first day with children. See LIS code sheet for first day with children.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 21, 2026): “Staff 4 obtained a new health assessment on 12/13/25”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Dec 5, 2025 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(6)
During a renewal inspection on 12/5/25 the most recent emergency drill was 11/25/24, which is more than 12 months ago.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 21, 2026): “An emergency drill took place on 12/19/25. The drill was documented on the emergency drill log which is available for review and on site.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Dec 5, 2025 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Every 60 days 55 Pa. Code §3270.94(a)(1)
During a renewal inspection on 12/5/25 one incident of more than 60 days between fire drills was noted: 7/4/25--9/5/25.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 21, 2026): “Director was reminded about the need for no more than 60 days between fire drills. The director will complete the fire drill less than 60 days since the previous drill to ensure the drill is never more than 60 days. The director schedules the next drill after the previous drill is completed. The…”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Dec 5, 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 a renewal inspection on 12/5/25 four incidents of more than 30 days between fire detection testing were noted: 5/2/25-6/3/25, 7/1/25-8/1/25, 8/1/25-9/3/25 and 10/28/25-12/5/25
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 21, 2026): “The fire detection system was tested on 12/5/25 during the inspection which brought this into compliance.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Dec 5, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
During a renewal inspection on 12/5/25 the facility did not have a written policy which addressed the prevention and identification of child maltreatment.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 21, 2026): “The written policy which addressed the prevention and identification of child maltreatment was provided to the director to keep on site. The director will maintain the policy at the facility.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Dec 5, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Amount of fee/Arrival/departure times 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(1)/3270.123(a)(4)
During a renewal inspection on 12/5/25 Child 5's fee agreement did not list the fee amount, child's arrival time or departure time.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 21, 2026): “Child 5's fee agreement was updated with the missing information.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Dec 5, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Physician name, address, phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(2)
During a renewal inspection on 12/5/25 Child 1 and 4's emergency contact form did not list the address of the child's physician or source of medical care.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 21, 2026): “Child 1 and 4's emergency contact form was updated to include the address of the child's physician or source of medical care.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Dec 5, 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)
During a renewal inspection on 12/5/25 Child 2's emergency contact form did not list parent's work address and phone numbers. Child 3's emergency contact form did not list the addresses for the release persons.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 21, 2026): “Child 2 and 3's emergency contact form was updated to include the missing information for parents and release person.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Dec 5, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
During a renewal inspection on 12/5/25 Staff 3 had 0 written references in their file, and Staff 4 had 1 written reference in their file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 21, 2026): “Staff 3 will provide 2 references. Staff 4 will provide 1 additional reference. These references will be in the staff's files with all other required paperwork.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Dec 5, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)
During a renewal inspection on 12/5/25 the following staff did not have 12 training hours during their training year: Staff 1 (7 hours recorded during training year 12/2023-12/2024) and Staff 2 (6 hours recorded during training year 12/2023-12/2024).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 23, 2025): “Staff 1 completed 5 hours of professional development during the 12/2024-12/2025 training year to fulfill requirement for training year 12/2023-12/2024 which will not be used for any other training years. Staff 2 completed 6 hours of professional development during the 12/2024-12/2025 training year…”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
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Core safety Dec 16, 2024 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
During a renewal inspection on 12/16/24 Staff 3 did not have the complete Pennsylvania State police clearance on file. Documented in the file was the request for the Pennsylvania State police. Staff 3 was not in a provisional hire period (see code sheet for date of hire). The Pennsylvania State police certificate was received and placed in the file during inspection, but Staff 3 was observed working with children prior to this documentation being received.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 13, 2025): “Staff 3 obtained clearance on 12/16/2024. Director will make sure all clearances are up to date”
Citation Dec 16, 2024 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
During a renewal inspection on 12/16/24 the facility emergency plan did not address the facility's plan for continuity of operations.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 13, 2025): “a continuity of operations will be added to the emergency plan”
Citation Dec 16, 2024 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Contact when ended/Letter to parents 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(4)/3270.27(e)
During a renewal inspection on 12/16/24 the emergency plan and letter to the parents did not address the method for facility persons to inform parents that the emergency has ended and to provide instruction as to how parents can safely be reunited with their children.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 13, 2025): “emergency plan and letter were updated to provide information to parents the method to tell parents when the emergency has ended”
Citation Dec 16, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
In child care spaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.75(a)
During a renewal inspection on 12/16/24 Cert rep observed Room 3 did not have a first aid kit present in the child care space. Facility persons reported this was due to an attempt earlier to ensure all items were present. Cert rep observed children receiving care in Room 3.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 13, 2025): “Complete first aid kit was added to Room 3. Director will make sure all rooms have first aid kits”
Citation Dec 16, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
No peeling paint or plaster 55 Pa. Code §3270.77(a)
During a renewal inspection on 12/16/24 cert rep observed peeling paint in the following locations: the right wall when standing facing the toilet in the boy's restroom in Room 1, The yellow wall of Room 1 by the door of Room 3, the bottom of the door in room 1 that leads to the stairway, the blue wall and teal baseboards behind the rest mats in room 1, and the paint on all the baseboards in room 2.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 13, 2025): “Peeling paint was covered with stickers(walls Room 1, Room3, and Room 2) Peeling paint in bathroom was removed and repainted.”
Citation Dec 16, 2024 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(5)
During a renewal inspection on 12/16/24 the emergency plan and letter to the parents did not address the facility accommodations for toddlers. The facility cannot provide care for infants. The emergency plan does address accommodations for children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 13, 2025): “emergency plan was updated to add accommodations for toddlers.”
Citation Dec 16, 2024 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Every 60 days 55 Pa. Code §3270.94(a)(1)
During a renewal inspection on 12/16/24 fire drills were conducted with more than 60 days between each drill on the following occasions: 3/8/24-5/10/24, 5/10/24-7/11/24, and 7/11/24-9/13/24.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 13, 2025): “Owner reviewed with director that fire drills must be conducted within 60 days.”
Citation Dec 16, 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 a renewal inspection on 12/16/24 fire detection testing was conducted with more than 30 days between each testing on the following occasions: 3/8/24-4/10/24, 5/9/24-6/10/24, 7/9/24-8/9/24, 8/9/24-9/10/24, 11/8/24-12/12/24.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 13, 2025): “Owner reviewed with director that fire drills must be conducted within 30 days.”
Citation Dec 16, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Fire safety - 1 yr. 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(ii)
During a renewal inspection on 12/16/24 Staff 1 and Staff 2's files had documentation fire safety training was completed on 10/4/23 and 11/12/24. This is more than 12 months between annual fire safety trainings.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 13, 2025): “Owner reviewed with director that staff should take fire safety training annually”
Citation Dec 16, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Given parents in writing 55 Pa. Code §3270.121(b)
During a renewal inspection 12/16/24 it was noted that parents were not being provided information about the facility supervision policy in writing.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 13, 2025): “Operator wiil make sure the supervision policy is given to parents. Supervision policy was added to the parent handbook which is provided to parents at enrollment.”
Citation Dec 16, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Amount of fee/Services proceeded 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(1)/3270.123(a)(3)
During a renewal inspection on 12/16/24 Child 2's fee agreement did not specify the fee amount to be paid. Child 1's fee agreement did not specify the services to be provided.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 13, 2025): “Director will always check agreement and make sure it completely filled out. Fee amount was added to Child 2's agreement. Services provided was added to Child 1's agreement.”
Citation Dec 16, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Designated release persons 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(5)
During a renewal inspection on 12/16/24 Child 1's fee agreement did not specify the person to whom the child could be released to.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 13, 2025): “Director will make sure agreement is filled out entirely. Release persons names were added to the agreement for Child 1”
Citation Dec 16, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Written emergency plan posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(e)
During a renewal inspection on 12/16/24 cert rep observed that Rooms 1, 2 and 3 did not have the written plan identifying the means of transporting a child to emergency care and staffing provisions in the event of an emergency.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 13, 2025): “provider will post in every room the means of transporting a child to emergency room”
Citation Dec 16, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos 55 Pa. Code §3270.181(c)
During a renewal inspection on 12/16/24 cert rep noted fee agreement and emergency contact forms were reviewed with the parents and signed on 6/14/23 and 12/13/24. This is more than 6 months between parent review of information.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 13, 2025): “Director will make sure emergency contact form must not go by the 6 months of review.”
Citation Dec 16, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations 55 Pa. Code §3270.25(a)
During a renewal inspection on 12/16/24 the facility did not have information for the parents on how to access the Chapter 3270 electronically.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 13, 2025): “A QR code that will take parents to the 3270 regulation was posted on the parent board.”
Citation Dec 16, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)
During a renewal inspection on 12/4/24 Staff 1 had 6.5 hours of annual training on file (Training year 12/2022-12/2023), and Staff 2 had 7.5 hours of annual training on file(Training year 12/2022-12/2023). This does not meet the required 12 hours of annual childcare training. See code sheets for DOH.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 13, 2025): “Staff person 1 took 5.5 hours of training during the 12/2024-12/2025 training year to fulfill requirement for training year12/2022-12/2023. Staff person 2 took 4.5 hours of training during the 12/2024-12/2025 training year to fulfill requirement for training year12/2022-12/2023. Operator…”
Citation Feb 16, 2024 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Every 60 days 55 Pa. Code §3270.94(a)(1)
On 2/16/2024 and 2/29/2024, the facility fire drill/fire detection log documented that the most recent fire drill was conducted on 12/11/2023.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 18, 2024): “A fire drill was done on 3/8/2024.”
Citation Feb 16, 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)
On 2/16/2024 and 2/29/2024, the facility fire drill/fire detection log documented that the smoke detectors were most recently tested on 1/8/2024.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 18, 2024): “The smoke detectors were tested on 3/8/2024.”
Citation Feb 16, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)
Staff #1 has not completed the required pre-service health and safety training within 90 days of their date of hire. See LIS code sheet.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 18, 2024): “Staff #1 completed the required pre-service health and safety training on 3/8/2024.”
Citation Feb 16, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Comply with CPSL 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)
Staff #1 has not completed mandated reporter training within 90 days of their date of hire. See LIS code sheet.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 18, 2024): “Staff #1 completed the mandated reporter training on 3/7/2024.”
Citation Dec 20, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces/No peeling paint or plaster 55 Pa. Code §3270.76/3270.77(a)
During the Renewal Inspection on 12/20/2023, peeling paint was observed on the windowsill inside of the orange room and cracked wood with sharp edges was observed on the wall in between the shelf and closet door in the main room.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 3, 2024): “Both areas were covered with tape.”
Citation Dec 20, 2023 Inspection Health & medication
Immunization record/Dismissal policy 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(3)
On 12/20/2023, the health report on file for Child #1 did not include the up-to-date annual influenza immunization according to recommendations of the ACIP. The file for Child #1 did not include an exemption from immunization for religious belief or strong personal objection equated to a religious belief written, signed and dated statement by the child's parent. See LIS code sheet.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 4, 2024): “We will either get proof of the annual flu shot for the child or an exemption letter from the parent.”
Citation Dec 20, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)
Staff #1 did not complete the required pre-service health and safety training within 90 days of hire. It was completed on 11/27/2023. See LIS code sheet. Staff #2 did not complete the required one-hour 2022 update to the health and safety training by 12/30/2022. It was completed on 11/16/2023.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 3, 2024): “This was already corrected at the time of the inspection.”
Citation Dec 20, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
Staff evaluations 55 Pa. Code §3270.34(a)(6)
On 12/20/2023, Staff #1 did not have a written evaluation on file completed within the previous 12 months. See LIS code sheet.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 5, 2024): “The director will complete a written evaluation for this staff person by the end of this week.”
Core safety Dec 16, 2022 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
During the Renewal Inspection on 12/16/2022, The most recent DHS FBI clearance on file for Staff #1 was dated 6/15/2017. Staff #1 was not fingerprinted for the new FBI clearance until 11/12/2022. Staff #1 renewed the state police and child abuse clearances on 11/10/2022. The previous state police clearance on file for Staff #1 was dated 9/15/2022. The previous child abuse clearance on file for Staff #1 was dated 6/14/2017. The most recent DHS FBI clearance on file for Staff #2 was dated 8/4/2017. Staff #2 was not fingerprinted for the new FBI clearance until 11/19/2022.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 17, 2023): “Make sure all clearances are renewed before 60 months are expired.”
Citation Dec 16, 2022 Inspection Building & playground safety
Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less 55 Pa. Code §3270.65
During the Renewal Inspection on 12/16/2022, the indoor play space had several electrical outlets that did not have protective receptacle covers placed in them.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 17, 2023): “All receptacle covers were covered where missing.”
Citation Dec 16, 2022 Inspection Health & medication
Immunization record/Exemption documentation from parent/guardian 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(2)(i)
During the child file review on 12/16/2022, the immunizations attached to the updated health reports for Child #1, Child #2 and Child #3 did not include the up-to-date influenza immunization as recommended by the ACIP. The files for Child #1, Child #2 and Child #3 did not include an exemption from immunization for religious belief or strong personal objection equated to a religious belief written, signed and dated by the child's parent. See LIS code sheet.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 1, 2023): “Parent wrote letters explaining why their children did not have the flu shot.”
Citation Dec 16, 2022 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(6)
During the Renewal Inspection on 12/16/2022, the facility did not have documentation that an emergency drill has been conducted at the facility during the previous 12 months.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 1, 2023): “Annual emergency drill was done on 12/17/2022.”
Citation Dec 16, 2022 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Every 60 days/Hypothetical locations 55 Pa. Code §3270.94(a)(1)/3270.94(a)(4)
During the Renewal Inspection on 12/16/2022, the fire drill log showed that the last documented fire drill conducted at the facility was conducted on 10/10/2022. The fire drill log also showed that the hypothetical location had been the same for two consecutive fire drills during the previous 12 months.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 1, 2023): “Fire drills will be conducted at different locations every sixty days.”
Citation Dec 16, 2022 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 the Renewal Inspection on 12/16/2022, the fire drill/fire detection log showed that the fire detection system in the facility had not been tested since 11/11/2022.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 1, 2023): “Fire detector will be tested every 30 days.”
Citation Dec 16, 2022 Inspection Training & qualifications
Comply with CPSL 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)
Staff #1 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 6/19/2017.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 17, 2023): “Mandated reporter was renewed on 11/15/2022.”
Core safety Dec 10, 2021 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
During the Renewal Inspection on 12/10/2021, the child abuse clearance on file for Staff #1 was a volunteer child abuse clearance.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 18, 2022): “We will try to locate the completed employment child abuse clearance for Staff #1. A new employment child abuse clearance will be requested for Staff #1 if we are unable to locate the current clearance. Staff #1 will not work in child care until she has a current child abuse clearance for…”
Citation Dec 10, 2021 Inspection Health & medication
Health information/ACIP recommended immunization record 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(a)/3270.131(e)
During the Renewal Inspection on 12/10/2021, the file for Child #1, age 2 showed that the child's first day of attendance at the facility was 8/31/2021. Child #1 did not have an initial health report on file. Child #1 also did not have an up to date immunization record on file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 25, 2022): “An updated health report that includes the up to date immunization record will be obtained for Child #1.”
Citation Dec 10, 2021 Inspection Training & qualifications
Staff evaluations 55 Pa. Code §3270.34(a)(6)
During the Renewal Inspection on 12/10/2021, Staff #1 and Staff #2 did not have written evaluations completed within the previous 12 months on file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 18, 2022): “The director will complete staff evaluations for Staff #1 and Staff #2.”
Citation Dec 10, 2021 Inspection Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
During the Renewal Inspection on 12/10/2021, Staff #3 did not have any written, nonfamily references on file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 14, 2022): “Two written, nonfamily references will be obtained and placed in the file for Staff #3.”

“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
Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) $42.00 $38.00
Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) $40.00 $35.00
Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) $36.00 $30.00
Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.) $36.00 $30.00

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 75 children
Certificate status Regular
Certificate valid through Mar 21, 2027
Keystone STARS STAR 2
since Dec 24, 2025 · what STARS means
Operator Darilyns Kiddie City Day Care Center II Corp
Hours Monday–Friday 5:00 AM–5:00 PM How Pennsylvania centers’ hours compare
Phone (484) 869-2606
State certificate # CER-00252217
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Common questions

Has Darilyns Kiddie City Day Care Center II Corp 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 Dec 5, 2025 (background checks): “During a renewal inspection on 12/5/25 Staff 1 had NSOR clearances dated 7/13/2020 & 10/24/25 and Staff 2 had NSOR clearances dated 7/13/2020 & 10/24/25. This is more than 60 months between clearance certificates. Staff…” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.

Have there been complaints about Darilyns Kiddie City Day Care Center II Corp?

Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at Darilyns Kiddie City Day Care Center II Corp since 2021. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.

What is Darilyns Kiddie City Day Care Center II Corp’s Keystone STARS rating?

STAR 2, effective Dec 24, 2025. 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 Darilyns Kiddie City Day Care Center II Corp 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 Darilyns Kiddie City Day Care Center II Corp last inspected?

Jan 21, 2026 (unannounced monitoring). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.

How much does Darilyns Kiddie City Day Care Center II Corp cost?

It reported full-time daily rates of $42.00 for older toddler, $40.00 for preschool, $36.00 for young school-age, $36.00 for older school-age in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.

Who runs Darilyns Kiddie City Day Care Center II Corp?

The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Darilyns Kiddie City Day Care Center II Corp.

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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