Flying Hills Academy of Early Learning
13 Village Center Dr, Reading, PA 19607 · Berks County
Keystone STAR 1
Flying Hills Academy of Early Learning is a certified child care center in Reading, PA, with capacity for 68 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 1 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 4 times. The state cited 19 violations, 4 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for health & medication (4 of 19). 4 citations came in the last 12 months. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is #32 of 84 centers in Reading and has more citations per inspection than 61% of Pennsylvania certified centers.
Inspection record
More citations than 61% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. More citations than most
#32 of 84 centers in Reading
4
Core-safety citations
15
Other citations
4
Inspections
0
Complaint investigations that found violations
19 citations from 6 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · 4 in the last 12 months · last inspected May 8, 2026
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
4
Building & playground safety
3
Supervision
3
Records & paperwork
3
Emergency preparedness
2
Food & feeding
2
Training & qualifications
1
Background checks
1
Citations, newest first
Citation
May 8, 2026
Inspection
Emergency preparedness
Training regarding plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(c)
Staff person 1 - no record of the annual emergency plan training on file within the past year.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 19, 2026): “Staff person number 1 was provided with annual emergency plan training on 5/11/26 by Director.”
Citation
May 8, 2026
Inspection
Building & playground safety
Has all items 55 Pa. Code §3270.75(c)
Preschool room first aid kit was missing gloves. Preschool backpack first aid kit was missing soap. These were both fixed on site by director.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 19, 2026): “Director replaced the missing gloves during the annual inspection.”
Citation
May 8, 2026
Inspection
Health & medication
Health information 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(a)
Child 1 - no initial health assessment on file. Enrollment date for child was 6/2/25.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 19, 2026): “Although the child does not have an initial health assessment on file, the most recent health report is on file.”
Citation
May 8, 2026
Inspection
Training & qualifications
Fire safety - 1 yr. 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(ii)
Staff person 1 had no record of the annual fire safety training within the past year.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 19, 2026): “Staff person number 1 was provided with our annual fire safety training on 5/11/26.”
Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1)
During the renewal inspection conducted on 7/2/2025, staff in the preschool room reported that 15 preschool-aged children were present. A name-to-face supervision check was performed: Staff Person #1 identified 8 children in their group. Staff Person #2 initially identified 6 children in their group. The certification representative conducted a headcount and confirmed 15 children in the room. Staff Person #2 then revised their count to 7 children. In the Pre-K group, staff reported a total of 12 children: 11 preschool-aged and one young school-aged child. During the name-to-face check: Staff Person #3 identified 6 children in their group. Staff Person #4 identified 5 children in their group but named one child already counted by Staff Person #3. Prior to the certification representative leaving the room, both Staff Person #3 and Staff Person #4 identified 6 children each. An acceptable plan of correction was received with a correction date of 7/16/2025. When certification representative returned for an unannounced monitoring visit on 7/18/2025, supervision and ratio checks were conducted in each room of the facility. A discrepancy was identified in the upper-level school-aged…
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 20, 2025): “1. Assistant Director immediately reviewed the school's supervision policy and procedures with staff members #5 and #6. Staff person #5 and Staff Person #6 were able to correctly identify their groups prior to certification representative leaving. 2. Staff Person #5 and Staff Person 36 were…”
Citation
Jul 23, 2025
Inspection
Food & feeding
Refrigerator 55 Pa. Code §3270.107
During the renewal inspection conducted on 7/2/2025, it was observed that there was no thermometer present in the refrigerator located on the lower level of the facility. An acceptable plan of correction was received with a correction date of 7/15/2025. When certification representative returned for unannounced monitoring on 7/23/2025, it was observed that there was no thermometer present in the refrigerator located on the lower level of the facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 20, 2025): “During the unannounced monitoring visit, Assistant Director found the thermometer on the fridge and put it back where it belongs only to find out it was actually broken. AD immediately replaced the broken thermometer with a new one and stated that it must remain in the fridge at all times.”
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
During the renewal inspection conducted on 7/2/2025, staff person #3 and staff person #4 were observed caring for children unsupervised. Staff person #3 had not completed the required pre-service CCDBG Health and Safety training prior to providing unsupervised care. Staff person #4 had not completed the required pre-service CCDBG Health and Safety training or mandated reporter training prior to providing unsupervised care.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 16, 2025): “Director immediately placed an approved staff person in the classroom during the inspection through July 3rd and informed Staff #3 and #4 they needed to complete the required trainings by the end of the week. Director received completed Health and Safety certificates for Staff #3 on 7/3/25 and…”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
During the renewal inspection conducted on 7/2/2025, the NSOR clearance on file for staff person #5 is dated 6/5/2025, which is after this individual's first day caring for children (see LIS code sheet for start date). The FBI clearance on file for staff person #3 is dated 6/3/2025, also after this individual's first day caring for children (see LIS code sheet for start date). Neither receipts nor requests for these clearances are on file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 16, 2025): “Staff person #5's file is currently up to date with all required documentation.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1)
During the renewal inspection conducted on 7/2/2025, staff in the preschool room reported that 15 preschool-aged children were present. A name-to-face supervision check was performed: Staff Person #1 identified 8 children in their group. Staff Person #2 initially identified 6 children in their group. The certification representative conducted a headcount and confirmed 15 children in the room. Staff Person #2 then revised their count to 7 children. In the Pre-K group, staff reported a total of 12 children: 11 preschool-aged and one young school-aged child. During the name-to-face check: Staff Person #3 identified 6 children in their group. Staff Person #4 identified 5 children in their group but named one child already counted by Staff Person #3. Prior to the certification representative leaving the room, both Staff Person #3 and Staff Person #4 identified 6 children each.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Jul 23, 2025): “Director provided the PS and PK staff members with the Supervision policy, especially the Face to Name procedure and their primary groups. All staff understood their mistakes and signed the training attendance sheet.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation
Jul 2, 2025
Inspection
Emergency preparedness
Training regarding plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(c)
During the renewal inspection conducted on 7/2/2025, the last documented emergency plan training on file for staff person #2 was dated 1/15/2024, exceeding the one-year requirement.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 16, 2025): “Emergency Plan training was provided to staff # 2 by Director on 7/14/25.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation
Jul 2, 2025
Inspection
Building & playground safety
Locked or inaccessible/Heat Source 55 Pa. Code §3270.66(a)/3270.71
During the renewal inspection conducted on 7/2/2025, the door to the facility's kitchen---located on the main level---was found to be unlocked. The kitchen and its contents, including a stove and cleaning supplies labeled 'keep out of reach of children,' were accessible to children.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 23, 2025): “Director took off the door lock plate and moved it down 1/2" so the lock was lined up with the hole in order for the lock to work properly.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation
Jul 2, 2025
Inspection
Health & medication
Clean, age appropriate 55 Pa. Code §3270.106(a)
During the renewal inspection conducted on 7/2/2025, the cots in the lower level were observed to be numbered; however, there was no corresponding list posted identifying which number was assigned to each child.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 23, 2025): “Staff members labeled each cot with each child's name that stays for nap so anyone covering in the classroom know which child uses which cot.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation
Jul 2, 2025
Inspection
Food & feeding
Refrigerator 55 Pa. Code §3270.107
During the renewal inspection conducted on 7/2/2025, it was observed that there was no thermometer present in the refrigerator located on the lower level of the facility.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Jul 23, 2025): “Director located the thermometer being used as a magnet on the front of the fridge instead of inside, where it belongs and immediately placed it back in the fridge to check the temperature.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation
Jul 2, 2025
Inspection
Health & medication
Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(b)(2)
During the renewal inspection conducted on 7/2/2025, the most recent health assessment on file for child #2 was dated 1/12/2024, which exceeds the 12-month requirement. Similarly, the most recent health assessment on file for child #4 was dated 1/23/2024, also exceeding the 12-month requirement.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 16, 2025): “Director contacted parents of child #2 and child #4 to request updated child health assessments for their files. Director has received both updated forms and have placed in each child's file for review.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation
Jul 2, 2025
Inspection
Health & medication
Exam communicable disease/Information re: medical problems 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(c)(3)/3270.151(c)(4)
During the renewal inspection conducted on 7/2/2025, the health assessment on file for staff person #6 did not include an examination for communicable diseases, the results of such an examination, or information regarding medical conditions that could threaten the health of the children or prevent the staff person from providing adequate care.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 16, 2025): “Director gave the health assessment form back to staff person #6 the next day for her to take back to her doctor for completion. Staff #6 had the form filled out properly and it has been filed in her staff file.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation
Jul 2, 2025
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Services proceeded 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(3)
During the renewal inspection conducted on 7/2/2025, the most recent child service report on file for child #3 was dated 11/8/2024, which exceeds the 6-month requirement. Similarly, the most recent child service report on file for child #4 was dated 11/1/2024, also exceeding the 6-month requirement.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 16, 2025): “PK teacher was able to find the 6 month assessments for child #3 and child #4, which were signed and dated by their parents at conferences on May 15, 2025. Each assessment has been placed in the appropriate child portfolio.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation
Jul 2, 2025
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Name/address/phone release person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(7)
During the renewal inspection conducted on 7/2/2025, the addresses of release persons were missing from the emergency contact form for child #4.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 16, 2025): “Director contacted child #4's parents and received the addresses that were missing on the emergency contact sheet and updated the form for the file and emergency bag.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation
Jul 2, 2025
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Each child care space 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(c)
During renewal inspection conducted on 7/2/2025, emergency contact form for child #1 was not present in the child care space.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 16, 2025): “Director immediately copied the emergency contact sheet from the child's file and copied for the classroom binder and emergency bag.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation
Apr 8, 2025
Inspection
Building & playground safety
Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less 55 Pa. Code §3270.65
In the main level room there was an outlet in the floor that did not have protective covers.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 8, 2025): “Placed outlet covers in outlet and moved bookshelf over outlet.”
“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 |
|---|---|---|
| Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) | $44.00 | $28.00 |
| Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) | $44.00 | $22.00 |
| Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.) | $44.00 | $22.00 |
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
68 children
Certificate status
Regular
Certificate valid through
Aug 20, 2027
Operator
Flying Hills Preschool And Infant Toddler Center I
Hours
Monday–Friday 7:00 AM–6:00 PM How Pennsylvania centers’ hours compare
Phone
(610) 484-7288
State certificate #
CER-00256154
Common questions
Has Flying Hills Academy of Early Learning 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 Jul 23, 2025 (supervision): “During the renewal inspection conducted on 7/2/2025, staff in the preschool room reported that 15 preschool-aged children were present. A name-to-face supervision check was performed: Staff Person #1 identified 8…” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.
Have there been complaints about Flying Hills Academy of Early Learning?
Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at Flying Hills Academy of Early Learning since 2021. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.
What is Flying Hills Academy of Early Learning’s Keystone STARS rating?
STAR 1, effective Sep 8, 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 Flying Hills Academy of Early Learning compare with other daycares in Reading?
It is #32 of 84 centers in Reading by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 61% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.
When was Flying Hills Academy of Early Learning last inspected?
May 8, 2026 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.
How much does Flying Hills Academy of Early Learning cost?
It reported full-time daily rates of $44.00 for preschool, $44.00 for young school-age, $44.00 for older school-age in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.
Who runs Flying Hills Academy of Early Learning?
The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Flying Hills Preschool And Infant Toddler Center I.
Certified centers nearby
Flying Hills Preschool
11 Village Center Dr, Reading · under 0.1 mi away · 47 spots More citations than most Flying Hills Prek and School Age Center
32 Village Center Dr, Reading · under 0.1 mi away · 28 spots About typical Berks Nature Preschool
575 Saint Bernardine St, Reading · 2.1 mi away · 55 spots More citations than most Tiny Treasures Childcare
524 High Blvd, Reading · 2.1 mi away · 63 spots Fewer citations than most Joy Garden Creative Center
525 Philadelphia Ave, Reading · 2.2 mi away · 37 spots More citations than most Little Haven Child Care
1419 Lancaster Ave, Reading · 2.5 mi away · 37 spots Among the most cited
11 Village Center Dr, Reading · under 0.1 mi away · 47 spots More citations than most Flying Hills Prek and School Age Center
32 Village Center Dr, Reading · under 0.1 mi away · 28 spots About typical Berks Nature Preschool
575 Saint Bernardine St, Reading · 2.1 mi away · 55 spots More citations than most Tiny Treasures Childcare
524 High Blvd, Reading · 2.1 mi away · 63 spots Fewer citations than most Joy Garden Creative Center
525 Philadelphia Ave, Reading · 2.2 mi away · 37 spots More citations than most Little Haven Child Care
1419 Lancaster Ave, Reading · 2.5 mi away · 37 spots Among the most cited
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.
Comparing centers? See how to choose a daycare: 30 questions to ask and a printable checklist.
Concerned about this center? See how to report a daycare: which state line to call, what to write down and what happens next.