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Jardin de Dios Day Care Center LLC

219 Douglass St, Reading, PA 19601 · Berks County
1 complaint investigation found violations Keystone STAR 3

Jardin de Dios Day Care Center LLC is a certified child care center in Reading, PA, with capacity for 29 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 3 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 9 times and confirmed violations in 1 complaint investigation. The state cited 44 violations, 6 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for health & medication (13 of 44). None of them came in the last 12 months. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is tied for #30 of 84 centers in Reading and has more citations per inspection than 60% of Pennsylvania certified centers.

Inspection record

More citations than 60% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. More citations than most
Tied for #30 of 84 centers in Reading
6 Core-safety citations
38 Other citations
9 Inspections
1 Complaint investigations that found violations
44 citations from 10 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · none in the last 12 months · last inspected Jun 1, 2026

Every state visit

2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom) Jun 1, 2026 · Inspection · no citation Jun 4, 2025 · Inspection · citation found Jan 28, 2025 · Inspection · citation found Jun 24, 2024 · Inspection · citation found Sep 25, 2023 · Report/investigation · citation found Sep 25, 2023 · Inspection · citation found Jun 21, 2023 · Inspection · citation found Feb 2, 2023 · Inspection · citation found Jan 9, 2023 · Inspection · citation found Jun 28, 2022 · 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 13
Building & playground safety 10
Records & paperwork 7
Background checks 3
Training & qualifications 3
Transportation 2
Emergency preparedness 2
Staff ratios 2
Food & feeding 1
Supervision 1

Citations, newest first

Core safety Jun 4, 2025 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
During renewal inspection conducted 6/4/2025, PSP clearances on file for staff person #2 are dated 3/11/2020 and 5/13/2025. Child abuse clearances on file for staff person #2 are dated 3/26/2020 and 5/17/2025. These dates are past 60 months. PSP record on file for staff person #4 states "PSP record for control" but no RAP sheet is attached.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 2, 2025): “The current PSP clearance and child abuse records for staff #2 are in file. Staff #4 has been removed temporarily from her position until a new PSP is obtained and cleared by the Northeast Regional office.”
Citation Jun 4, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Clean and good repair 55 Pa. Code §3270.102(a)
During renewal inspection conducted 6/4/2025, exposed bolts were observed on the metal gate of the outdoor play area.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 11, 2025): “Rubber end caps will be installed on exposed bolts.”
Citation Jun 4, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
Immunization record/Dismissal policy 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(3)
During renewal inspection conducted on 6/4/2025, immunization record on file for child #1 does not reflect that child is immunized according to the recommendations of the ACIP. Child #1's record indicates that child has received 1 of 2 doses of Hep B vaccine. Child #1 does not have Rotavirus, DTAP, HIB, Pneumococcal, or IPV vaccines on file. There is no exemption on file. Child #1 is an infant (see LIS code sheet for DOB).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 11, 2025): “Child# 1 was dismissed from care at the end of the day 6/4/25, until updated immunization record is provided.”
Citation Jun 4, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(a)
During renewal inspection conducted 6/4/2025, health assessments on file for staff person #3 are dated 1/27/2023 and 5/19/2025, which is past 24 months.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 11, 2025): “The current health assessment for staff #3 is in file.”
Citation Jun 4, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
Exam communicable disease/Information re: medical problems 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(c)(3)/3270.151(c)(4)
During renewal inspection conducted 6/4/2025, most recent health assessment on file for staff person #1 does not include an examination for communicable diseases and the results of that examination or information on medical problems that might threaten the health of the children or prohibit a staff person from providing adequate care to children.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 11, 2025): “Staff #1 will go back to the doctor to review current health assessment and re-assess if needed.”
Citation Jun 4, 2025 Inspection Food & feeding
Bottles labeled 55 Pa. Code §3270.166(4)
During renewal inspection conducted 6/4/2025, an unlabeled bottle was observed in the infant room (room 1).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 11, 2025): “Bottle was labeled immediately.”
Citation Jun 4, 2025 Inspection Transportation
Written parental consent 55 Pa. Code §3270.172(a)
During renewal inspection conducted 6/4/2025, emergency contact form for child #4, which was located in the facility's bus, did not include signed parental consent for transportation by the facility. Child #4 receives transportation from school.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 11, 2025): “Parent will be contacted to sign the consent for transportation.”
Citation Jun 4, 2025 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(5)
During renewal inspection conducted 6/4/2025, letter given to parents which outlines the facility's emergency plan does not include accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities and children with chronical medical conditions.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 11, 2025): “Included a paragraph in the letter given to the parents, with the accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities and children with chronical medical conditions.”
Citation Jun 4, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
Health information 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(a)
During renewal inspection conducted 6/4/2025, initial health assessment on file for child #2 is dated 5/16/2025, which was more than 60 days following the first day of attendance at the facility (see LIS code sheet for start date).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 11, 2025): “Current health assessment for child#2 is in file.”
Citation Jun 4, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
HS/GED + 2 yrs 55 Pa. Code §3270.36(b)(5)
During renewal inspection conducted on 6/4/2025, staff person #4 was listed as being an AGS. High school transcript for staff person #4 does not indicate that this staff member graduated. There is no high school equivalency on file. Staff person #4 cannot function as an AGS unless high school diploma or GED is presented.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 2, 2025): “Staff #4 will only work as an Aide until a high school equivalency is presented to the facility”
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Citation Jun 4, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission/Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(3)/3270.182(5)
During renewal inspection conducted 6/4/2025, emergency contact form for child #3 does not include signed parental consent for emergency medical care or minor first-aid.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 11, 2025): “Parent will be contacted to sign the consent for emergency medical care or minor first-aid.”
Citation Jan 28, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
No portable space heaters 55 Pa. Code §3270.92(a)
During allocated unannounced monitoring conducted on 1/28/2025, a portable space heater was observed in the director's office on the second floor.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 11, 2025): “Space heater was removed immediately from the director's office”
Citation Jan 28, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance 55 Pa. Code §3270.95(a)/3270.95(b)
During allocated unannounced monitoring conducted 1/28/2025, facility's fire drill log reflected that smoke alarms were tested past 30 days on the following occasions: 7/19/2024-8/19/2024, 8/19/2024-9/20/2024, 10/18/2024-11/19/2024. Additionally, facility's last documented testing of smoke alarms was on 12/16/2024, which is over 30 days ago.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 11, 2025): “Smoke alarms were tested later in the same day of the unannounced inspection”
Core safety Jun 24, 2024 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
During renewal inspection, staff person #6 has PSP clearance request on file dated 3/30/2023, which is not an acceptable clearance. Staff person #5 obtained PSP clearances dated 2/20/2018 and 5/10/2023, child abuse clearances dated 2/27/2023 and 5/12/2023, and FBI clearances dated 2/13/2018 and 5/11/2023, which are all past 60 months.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 20, 2024): “Staff #6 obtained a valid PSP clearence on 6/24/24. Staff #5 a valid and current PSP, child abuse, and FBI clearence at the time of the inspection.”
Citation Jun 24, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Locked or inaccessible 55 Pa. Code §3270.66(a)
During renewal inspection, Lysol and an air freshener labeled "keep out of reach of children" were observed on a shelf that was accessible to children in the school age area (basement).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 20, 2024): “Lysol and Air Freshener were removed inmediately and placed in a locked cabinet”
Citation Jun 24, 2024 Inspection Health & medication
Free from contagious/communicable disease 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(d)(7)
During renewal inspection, the following children's health assessments for child #2, child #3, child #4, and child #5 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, Aug 23, 2024): “Parents were instructed to take health assessment form back to the medical provider to complete the missing information.”
Citation Jun 24, 2024 Inspection Health & medication
Locked 55 Pa. Code §3270.133(4)
During renewal inspection, medication for child #1 was stored in the child's cubby in the young toddler (purple) room, which was accessible to children.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 20, 2024): “Medication was removed from child's cubby and placed in a locked area out of the reach of the children.”
Citation Jun 24, 2024 Inspection Health & medication
Disposable diapers 55 Pa. Code §3270.135(a)(3)
During renewal inspection, diapering trash can in the young toddler classroom (pink & teal room) did not contain a plastic liner and hands-free pedal was broken.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 20, 2024): “Diaper trash was repaired immediately and liner was placed inside, then trash can was placed back into the room immediately.”
Citation Jun 24, 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 on file for staff person #4 are dated 9/9/2021 and 5/24/2024, which is past 24 months.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 26, 2024): “Staff #4 Had a valid and current health assestment at the time of the inspection”
Citation Jun 24, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(i)
During renewal inspection, the following staff persons did not renew pediatric first-aid/CPR certification on or before the expiration date: Staff person #1: Previous pediatric first-aid/CPR certificate expired on 2/5/2024 and was not renewed until 3/9/2024. Staff person #2: Previous pediatric first-aid/CPR certificate expired on 2/5/2024 and was not renewed until 3/9/2024. Staff person #3: Previous pediatric first-aid/CPR certificate expired on 2/5/2024 and was not renewed until 3/9/2024. Staff person #4: Previous pediatric first-aid/CPR certificate expired on 2/5/2024 and was not renewed until 3/9/2024. Staff person #5: Previous pediatric first-aid/CPR certificate expired on 2/5/2024 and was not renewed until 3/9/2024.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 26, 2024): “All staff a valid and current first-aid/CPR certificate by the time of the inspection.”
Citation Jun 24, 2024 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 renewal inspection, the following information was missing from the following children's emergency contact forms: Child #2: Both parents' work addresses and work telephone numbers. Child #3: Both parents' work addresses and work telephone numbers. Child #4: Both parents' work addresses and work telephone numbers. Child #5: Both parents' work addresses and work telephone numbers. Child #6: Both parents' work addresses. Release persons' addresses.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 23, 2024): “Parents were contacted and information was recorded on the children's files.”
Citation Jun 24, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Written emergency plan posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(e)
During renewal inspection, emergency transportation plan was not posted in the infant room.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 20, 2024): “Emergency transportation plan poster was printed and posted in the room immediately.”
Citation Jun 24, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)
During renewal inspection, staff person #2 obtained 2 hours of annual child care training for training year 11/19/2022-11/19/2023.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 26, 2024): “Staff had made up 10 hours of training for training year 11/19/2022-11/19/2023 by the time of the inspection.”
Citation Sep 25, 2023 Complaint investigation Building & playground safety
Measurement and use of indoor child care space 55 Pa. Code §3270.61(i)
During the week of 8/1/23 and 8/7/23, the facility recorded serving meals to more children than they have a capacity to serve. On 8/2 there were 31 children served at breakfast and snack and 33 served at lunch. On 8/3/23 there were 30 children served at breakfast and snack, and 33 served at lunch. On 8/4 there were 32 children served lunch. On 8/9 there were 32 children served breakfast, snack and lunch. On 8/10 there were 31 children served breakfast, snack and lunch. The licensed capacity for the program is 29.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 16, 2023): “Floor supervisor will monitor to ensure that licensed capacity is not exceeded at any time. At the time of the inspection capacity was not exceeded.”
Citation Sep 25, 2023 Inspection Health & medication
2 feet apart 55 Pa. Code §3270.106(f)
During an unannounced inspection on 9/25/23, children were sleeping in cribs that did not have 2 feet of space on three sides.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 16, 2023): “Floor supervisor immediately arranged the cribs to ensure 2 feet were clear in 3 sides.”
Citation Sep 25, 2023 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 an unannounced inspection on 9/25/23, the most recent fire alarm test was on 7/31/23 which does not meet the requirement for every 30 days.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 16, 2023): “All fire detection devices were inspected immediately.”
Citation Jun 21, 2023 Inspection Health & medication
ACIP recommended immunization record /Exemption documentation from parent/guardian 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(e)/3270.131(e)(2)(i)
As of the renewal inspection on 6/21/23, there was no documentation of immunizations, or exemption from immunization for religious belief or strong personal objection equated to a religious belief documented by a written, signed and dated statement from the child's parent or guardian for child #2. Child #2 must be removed from care until proper immunization documentation is on file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 10, 2023): “Child # 2 was removed form care until parents provides immunization records or exemption letter.”
Citation Jun 21, 2023 Inspection Health & medication
Child's hands washed 55 Pa. Code §3270.134(a)
during the renewal inspection, staff #1 changed the diaper of child #5, and did not wash the child's hands after the diaper change.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 18, 2023): “Incident was address immediately with staff #1”
Citation Jun 21, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Physician name, address, phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(2)
As of the renewal inspection on 6/21/23, the emergency contact information for child #1 did not include the address of the physician. The emergency contact information for child #3 did not include the phone number of the physician.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 12, 2023): “Parents of the children were contacted immediately and all missing information was obtained and recorded in the forms”
Citation Jun 21, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Insurance coverage information 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(6)
As of the renewal inspection on 6/21/23, the emergency contact information for child #1 and child #2 did not include health insurance information.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 12, 2023): “Parents of the children were contacted immediately and all missing information was obtained and recorded in the forms”
Citation Jun 21, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Name/address/phone release person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(7)
As of the renewal inspection on 6/21/23, the emergency contact information for child #2 and child #4 did not include the address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 12, 2023): “Parents of the children were contacted immediately and all missing information was obtained and recorded in the forms”
Core safety Feb 2, 2023 Inspection Staff ratios
Mixed Age Level 55 Pa. Code §3270.52
On 1/9/23 during an unannounced inspection, 12 children ages 2-5 were observed in a classroom with no staff present. Staff #1 and Staff #2 were assigned to this classroom, but left the room when the certification representative arrived. Staff #3 was going in and out of the classroom to get lunch in the kitchen. This amount of children, given the ages present, would require two staff at all times. An approved plan of correction was received stating that, as of 1/9/23, the provider will make sure child ratio will be maintained at all times. Provider will review child ratio with all staff periodically as part of regular staff meetings. On 2/2/23, 7 infants and toddlers were observed with one staff.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 31, 2023): “Issue was corrected immediately and will assign more staff to maintain staff-child ratio in all classrooms.”
Citation Feb 2, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
Space may not be occupied by infant or young toddler 55 Pa. Code §3270.61(h)(2)(iii)
On 1/9/23 during an unannounced inspection, there were 12 children, ages 2-5 years old, eating lunch in a room that measures for 4 children. An acceptable plan of corrections was submitted stating that, as of 1/9/23, the issue was corrected right away. Children were distributed in the other rooms. The administrator or director will ensure child ratios and room capacities are met properly on a daily basis. On 2/2/23, there were 7 infants and toddlers in a room with a capacity of 4.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 31, 2023): “Issue was corrected immediately. Supervisor will ensure that any child 24 months and older will not be mixed with infants and young toddlers in the same room and that the room capacity will be kept at all times.”
Core safety Jan 9, 2023 Inspection Staff ratios
Mixed Age Level 55 Pa. Code §3270.52
On 1/9/23 during an unannounced inspection, 12 children ages 2-5 were observed in a classroom with no staff present. Staff #1 and Staff #2 were assigned to this classroom, but left the room when the certification representative arrived. Staff #3 was going in and out of the classroom to get lunch in the kitchen. This amount of children, given the ages present, would require two staff at all times.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Feb 2, 2023): “Provider will make sure child ratio will be maintained at all times.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Core safety Jan 9, 2023 Inspection Supervision
Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1)
On 1/9/23 during an unannounced inspection, 12 children ages 2-5 were observed in a classroom with no staff present. Staff #1 and Staff #2 were assigned to this classroom, but left the room when the certification representative arrived. Staff #3 was going in and out of the classroom to get lunch in the kitchen.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 2, 2023): “Supervisor/Director will monitor daily that children are supervised at all times.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jan 9, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
No more than twice measured space/Measurement and use of indoor child care space 55 Pa. Code §3270.61(h)(2)(iv)/3270.61(h)(3)
On 1/9/23 during an unannounced inspection, there were 12 children, ages 2-5 years old, eating lunch in a room that measures for 4 children.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Feb 2, 2023): “Issue was corrected right away. Children were distributed in the other rooms.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jan 9, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less 55 Pa. Code §3270.65
On 1/9/23 during an unannounced inspection, there was an extension cord with outlets that did not have protective covers located in the main entrance room on the floor next to the entrance to the infant room.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 2, 2023): “The open outlets were covered with protectors immediately.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jan 9, 2023 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Every 60 days 55 Pa. Code §3270.94(a)(1)
On 1/9/23 during an unannounced inspection, the fire drill log listed a fire drill on 7/5/22 and the next one on 10/6/22.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 2, 2023): “Fire drills will be planned monthly and put on a calendar.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Core safety Jun 28, 2022 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
On 6/28/22 during the renewal inspection, Staff #1, who has been employed for over 45 days (see code sheet for hire date), was working alone with children and did not have clearances from a state in which she has lived in the previous 5 years.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 29, 2022): “Staff #1 will be removed immediately from her position until all clearances are obtained.”
Citation Jun 28, 2022 Inspection Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76
On 6/28/22 during the renewal inspection, there was a broken wooden picket on the outdoor fence.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 6, 2022): “We will replace the broken picket with a new one.”
Citation Jun 28, 2022 Inspection Health & medication
Child's hands washed 55 Pa. Code §3270.134(a)
On 6/28/22 during the renewal inspection, Staff #1 did not wash the hands of child #3 after changing a diaper. The child was placed immediately in a rocker.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 13, 2022): “Will post a diapering process and step by step instruction to follow when staff is changing diapers.”
Citation Jun 28, 2022 Inspection Health & medication
Health information/Initial and subsequent health reports 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(a)/3270.182(1)
On 6/28/22 during the renewal inspection, the only health assessment on file for child #1 (start date 9/17/21) was dated 4/7/22.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 28, 2022): “There is an updated health assessment on file for child #1.”
Citation Jun 28, 2022 Inspection Transportation
Pick-up and drop-off points 55 Pa. Code §3270.171(a)
As of 6/28/22, the operator had not notified the local traffic safety authorities in writing of the location of the facility and the program's use of pedestrian and vehicular routes around the facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 1, 2022): “Will notify local traffic authorities of the location of the facility and the program's use of pedestrian and vehicular routes around the facility.”
Citation Jun 28, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Each child care space 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(c)
On 6/28/22 during the renewal inspection, the emergency contact information for Child #1 and Child #2 was not present in the room where the child was receiving care.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 28, 2022): “A copy of the emergency contacts was put in the room where the children were receiving care.”

“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 Sep 25, 2023 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) $55.14 $46.60
Infant (6 Weeks-12 mos.) $55.14 $46.60
Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) $50.82 $44.23
Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) $48.70 $42.52
Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) $44.76 $37.96
Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) $38.35 $30.00
Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.) $38.35 $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 29 children
Certificate status Regular
Certificate valid through Sep 7, 2027
Keystone STARS STAR 3
since Jan 8, 2026 · what STARS means
Operator Jardin De Dios Day Care Center LLC
Hours Monday–Saturday 5:00 AM–11:59 PM How Pennsylvania centers’ hours compare
Phone (610) 750-5733
State certificate # CER-00256772
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Common questions

Has Jardin de Dios Day Care Center LLC had any serious violations?

Pennsylvania cited 6 violations since 2021 on the topics Daycare Record treats as core safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep). The most recent, on Jun 4, 2025 (background checks): “During renewal inspection conducted 6/4/2025, PSP clearances on file for staff person #2 are dated 3/11/2020 and 5/13/2025. Child abuse clearances on file for staff person #2 are dated 3/26/2020 and 5/17/2025. These…” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.

Have there been complaints about Jardin de Dios Day Care Center LLC?

Pennsylvania lists 1 complaint investigation 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 Jardin de Dios Day Care Center LLC’s Keystone STARS rating?

STAR 3, effective Jan 8, 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 Jardin de Dios Day Care Center LLC compare with other daycares in Reading?

It is tied for #30 of 84 centers in Reading by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 60% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.

When was Jardin de Dios Day Care Center LLC last inspected?

Jun 1, 2026 (renewal). No violations were cited during that visit.

How much does Jardin de Dios Day Care Center LLC cost?

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

Who runs Jardin de Dios Day Care Center LLC?

The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Jardin De Dios 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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