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Little Genius Day Care LLC

701 N 8th St, Reading, PA 19604 · Berks County
3 core-safety citations in last 12 months 1 complaint investigation found violations Keystone STAR 4

Little Genius Day Care LLC is a certified child care center in Reading, PA, with capacity for 102 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 4 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 8 times and confirmed violations in 1 complaint investigation. The state cited 52 violations, 8 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep). 22 citations came in the last 12 months, including 3 on a core-safety topic. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is #45 of 84 centers in Reading and has more citations per inspection than 71% of Pennsylvania certified centers.

Inspection record

More citations than 71% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. More citations than most
#45 of 84 centers in Reading
8 Core-safety citations
44 Other citations
8 Inspections
1 Complaint investigations that found violations
52 citations from 9 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · 22 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 · citation found Mar 26, 2026 · Inspection · citation found Jun 9, 2025 · Inspection · citation found Jun 25, 2024 · Inspection · citation found Mar 27, 2024 · Inspection · citation found Jun 21, 2023 · Inspection · citation found Feb 14, 2023 · Report/investigation · citation found Feb 14, 2023 · Inspection · citation found Jun 21, 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

Training & qualifications 10
Records & paperwork 10
Building & playground safety 8
Health & medication 8
Emergency preparedness 5
Transportation 3
Supervision 3
Background checks 3
Staff ratios 1
Caregiver conduct 1

Citations, newest first

Citation Jun 1, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76
During a renewal inspection on 6/1/26 Cert rep observed the trim was peeling up off the wall(not in good repair) in the large bathroom in the toddler/preschool room.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 1, 2026): “The bathroom trim was taped down.”
Citation Jun 1, 2026 Inspection Health & medication
Completed or signed by physician, PA, or CRNP 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(c)
During a renewal inspection on 6/1/26 Preschool Child 4's initial health report from 7/31/25, was not signed by a physician, physician's assistant or a CRNP who completed the form. See LIS code sheet for DOB and Date of Admission.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 13, 2026): “Parents of Child 4 will provide a new health report which is signed, provides answer to if the child is able to participate in child care and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease and that age-appropriate screenings recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics were…”
Citation Jun 1, 2026 Inspection Health & medication
Free from contagious/communicable disease/Age appropriate screenings complete 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(d)(7)/3270.131(d)(8)
During a renewal inspection on 6/1/26 Preschool Child 4's initial health report from 7/31/25, did not include statements that the child is able to participate in child care and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease and that age-appropriate screenings recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics were conducted. See LIS code sheet for DOB.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 27, 2026): “Parents of Child 4 will provide a new health report which is signed, provides answer to if the child is able to participate in child care and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease and that age-appropriate screenings recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics were…”
Citation Jun 1, 2026 Inspection Health & medication
Information re: medical problems 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(c)(4)
During a renewal inspection on 6/1/26 Staff 2's health assessment dated 1/5/26 said that Staff 2 did have signs of a communicable disease, however there was no explanation as to what this was, or if this posed a risk to children, or other persons in contact with Staff 2. Staff 2 did not have any other current health assessments available for review.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 13, 2026): “Staff has an appointment on 6/9/26 and will either receive a new health assessment or will obtain the explanation as to what communicable disease was, and if this posed a risk to children, or other persons in contact with Staff 2.”
Citation Jun 1, 2026 Inspection Transportation
Safe routes posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.171(c)
During a renewal inspection on 6/1/26 Cert rep observed that the facility's safe routes were not posted in a conspicuous location in the child care facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 1, 2026): “New paper with safe routes and pick up/drop off procedures for parents was posted in the entry.”
Citation Jun 1, 2026 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Hypothetical locations 55 Pa. Code §3270.94(a)(4)
During a renewal inspection 6/1/26 review of the fire drill log determined that on 3/16/26 and 4/15/26 the consecutive fire drills had the same hypothetical location of the fire (laundry).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 1, 2026): “Most recent fire drill has a hypothetical location of the fire that is different from the previous fire drill.”
Citation Jun 1, 2026 Inspection Health & medication
Health information 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(a)
During a renewal inspection on 6/1/26 older toddler Child 2's initial health report was dated 3/26/26, which is more than 60 days after their date of admission. See LIS code sheet for DOB, and date of admission. It was reported that Child 2 continued to attend the child care between their 60th day and 3/26/26.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 1, 2026): “Child 2 has a current health report on file.”
Citation Jun 1, 2026 Inspection Training & qualifications
Fire safety - 1 yr. 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(ii)
During a renewal inspection on 6/1/26 Staff 1 and 3 had more than 12 months between fire safety training dates. Staff 1 had fire safety trainings dated 4/8/25 and 5/11/26, and Staff 3 had fire safety trainings dated 4/8/25 & 5/11/26 in their respective files.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 1, 2026): “All staff have current fire safety training that is less than 12 months old.”
Citation Jun 1, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Amount of fee/Name/address/phone release person 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(1)/3270.124(b)(7)
During a renewal inspection on 6/1/26 Child 1's fee agreement did not have the fee amount listed. Additionally Child 3's emergency contact form did not include the address and phone number for all release persons.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 13, 2026): “The fee amount was documented on Child 1's fee agreement on 6/1/26. The release person information will be obtained and documented on the emergency contact form for Child 3.”
Citation Jun 1, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Written emergency plan posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(e)
During a renewal inspection on 6/1/26 Cert rep observed that the facility Bus did not have the emergency medical transportation plan in the bus or the emergency contact binder for transportation. Staff reported that the emergency medical transportation plan was not otherwise taken with staff when leaving the facility with children in the bus.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 1, 2026): “A copy of the emergency medical transportation plan was put in the bus during the inspection.”
Core safety Mar 26, 2026 Inspection Supervision
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
During an allocated unannounced monitoring inspection on 3/26/26 Staff person 1 was 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: PA Required Health and Safety for Centers-Group Child Care Part 1 or completed an acceptable previous version of the Health and Safety Training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 1, 2026): “The staff took the training PA Required Health and Safety for Centers-Group Child part 1 on 3/26/26. Staff 2 returned to the room and was able to supervised Staff 1 immediately on 3/26/26.”
Core safety Mar 26, 2026 Inspection Supervision
Aides supervised all times 55 Pa. Code §3270.37(c)
During an allocated unannounced monitoring inspection on 3/26/26 Staff 1 was observed providing care to 9 children alone, and was therefore unsupervised.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 1, 2026): “Staff 2 who is at least an AGS went back into the room so that Staff 1 was no longer unsupervised. Staff 1 will work as a Facility Person until they qualify as Staff.”
Core safety Mar 26, 2026 Inspection Staff ratios
Mixed Age Level/Staff assigned to specific children 55 Pa. Code §3270.52/3270.113(a)(1)
During an allocated unannounced monitoring inspection on 3/26/26 Cert observed Staff 2 was not physically present with the children in their assigned group while in the hallway, and Staff 1 was observed to be alone in the room with 4 older toddlers and 5 preschool aged children. Staff 1 and 2 were present in the toddler/preschool room with 9 children (4 older toddlers and 5 preschool children. Staff 2 left the toddler/preschool room and went to the facility hallway. Staff 2 reported they left the childcare space to answer the facility door. When Cert rep questioned Staff 2 about Staff 1 being alone with the children, Staff 2 then reentered the toddler/preschool room and named and identified 5 children (older toddlers) as being in Staff 2's group. Staff 1 identified 4 children (preschool aged) as being in her group.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 1, 2026): “1 Staff 2 returned to the room which their assigned children and brought the room back into ratio. Correction 3/26/26. 2. The legal entity will update their supervision and ratio policies to include information regarding mixed aged ratios and mixed age supervision groups. This policy will ensure…”
Citation Mar 26, 2026 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Training regarding plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(c)
During an allocated unannounced monitoring inspection on 3/26/26 Staff 1, 3, and 4 did not have initial emergency plan training and it has been more than 90 days since their dates of hire. See LIS code sheet for dates of hire. Staff 1 was observed providing care on 3/26/26, and Staff 4 was reported to be working as staff. It was reported that Staff went on leave starting 2/25/26, however staff 3 worked as Staff between their 90th day and 2/25/26.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 1, 2026): “They were given the document to sign off the emergency plan and was retake again to staff 1 and 4 since Staff 3 is on sick leave, upon returning the emergency plan will be given to them again and they will sign it.”
Citation Mar 26, 2026 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Letter to parents 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(e)
During an allocated unannounced monitoring inspection on 3/26/26 Cert rep observed that the most recent sent version of the emergency plan letter for parents does not include lockdown procedures and accommodations for infants toddlers, children with special needs and chronic medical conditions.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 1, 2026): “The corrected document that was already in the computer file was printed and attached to the emergency plan. This emergency plan letter addresses all requirements as per the regulation.”
Citation Mar 26, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
No peeling paint or plaster 55 Pa. Code §3270.77(a)
During an allocated unannounced inspection on 3/26/26 Cert rep observed peeling paint on the wall along the bottom right hand side of the painted wall mural in the playspace.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 1, 2026): “Peeling paint was immediately covered with tape.”
Citation Mar 26, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Clean and good repair 55 Pa. Code §3270.102(a)
During an allocated unannounced inspection on 3/26/26 Cert rep observed tears along the edges of the folds in the changing mats in the large bathroom in the Toddler/Preschool room. These tears would prevent proper sanitation.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 1, 2026): “The changing table mattresses will be constantly checked to ensure they are in perfect condition. The changing mat was removed on 3/26/26 and has since been replaced with a new mat that is not teared.”
Citation Mar 26, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Small Toys and Objects 55 Pa. Code §3270.103
During an allocated unannounced inspection on 3/26/26 Cert rep observed Plastic bags and Wipes in bags labeled "keep bags away from children" under changing table in the large bathroom in the Toddler/Preschool room. The children who use this bathroom may still be placing objects in their mouths.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 1, 2026): “All the plastic bags were removed from under the changing table and a lock was placed on it.”
Citation Mar 26, 2026 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)
During an allocated unannounced monitoring inspection on 3/26/26 Staff person 1 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): PA Required Health and Safety for Centers-Group Child Care Parts 1 and 2 or an acceptable previous version of Health and Safety Training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 1, 2026): “The staff took the training PA Required Health and Safety for Centers-Group Child part 1 and 2 immediately. Staff 1 was moved to a facility person role and did not have contact with children. Staff 1 will not have contact with children until they qualify as a Staff person. Staff 1 will not be…”
Citation Mar 26, 2026 Inspection Training & qualifications
HS/GED + 2 yrs/Transcript, diploma and letters 55 Pa. Code §3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(iv)
During an allocated unannounced monitoring inspection on 3/26/26 Staff 3 had a high school diploma and 1842 hours of experience working with children. It was reported that Staff 3 had additional experience working with children, however this was not verified in the file. It was reported that Staff 3 had been working as an assistant group supervisor at the facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 1, 2026): “Two employment verification sheets were completed for the Staff 3 and they completed the required hours of experience were filled in.”
Citation Mar 26, 2026 Inspection Training & qualifications
8th grade + 2 yrs/Transcript, diploma and letters 55 Pa. Code §3270.37(b)(3)/3270.192(2)(iv)
During an allocated unannounced monitoring inspection on 3/26/26 Staff 1's file did not have verification of any education or any child care experience. Staff 1's file included an application which noted Staff 1 completed 10th grade, however this is not an acceptable verification of education. Staff 1 has been working as an Aide.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 1, 2026): “Staff 1 will be in the kitchen and cleaning the center working as a facility Person(non-staff) until they obtain the highest completed education and child care experience is verified and on file. Director will ensure that Staff 1 does not have contact with children until they present a degree.”
Citation Mar 26, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
During an allocated unannounced monitoring inspection on 3/26/26 Staff 1's file had 0 written references.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 1, 2026): “Staff 1 provided the references and they were verified by the director.”
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Core safety Jun 9, 2025 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
During a renewal inspection on 6/9/25 Cert rep noted more than 60 months between clearances for the following Staff: Staff 1: PSP(10/24/19, & 4/2/25), Child Abuse (11/20/19 & 4/10/25), DHS FBI (1/31/20, & 4/7/25), NSOR (2/5/20 & 4/8/25). Staff 2: NSOR (2/4/20 & 4/8/25). Staff 3: Child Abuse (5/16/19 & 5/29/24), NSOR (2/20/20 & 4/8/25). Staff 4: NSOR (1/31/20 & 4/7/25). Staff 5: Child Abuse (3/12/19 & 5/28/24), DHS FBI (2/3/20, & 4/7/25).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 31, 2025): “1. All Staff clearances are currently valid and in the staff files. (Correction date 6/9/25) Implemented 7/18/25 2. The legal entity or director will create a Staff checklist which will address all documentation required for complete and up to date staff files and the time frames of when that…”
Citation Jun 9, 2025 Inspection Transportation
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
During a renewal inspection on 6/10/25 Cert rep observed the 2005 Chevrolet bus owned by the facility and driven for transportation did not have a valid Pennsylvania State Police inspection for School buses. This was evidenced by the school bus inspection sticker with an expiration date of 8/31/2019. This inspection is a Department of Transportation requirement.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 18, 2025): “Owner will contact the local State police barracks in order to get the bus inspection scheduled. The bus inspection will be completed.”
Citation Jun 9, 2025 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Letter to parents 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(e)
During a renewal inspection on 6/9/25 Director reported that parents were not being provided a letter explaining the emergency procedures.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 18, 2025): “Director will create a emergency plan letter and provide this letter to all currently enrolled parents. This letter will be given to newly enrolled parents at the time of enrollment.”
Citation Jun 9, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
In child care spaces/Inaccessible to children 55 Pa. Code §3270.75(a)/3270.75(b)
During a renewal inspection on 6/10/25 Cert rep observed the Computer room did not have a first kit. Cert rep also observed the first aid kits on the walls of the Preschool/Toddler Room and the Indoor playground were on the wall at a height that made them accessible to children
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 18, 2025): “A first aid kit will be added to the computer room. The first aid kit in the Preschool/Toddler Room was moved to a locked cabinet. The first aid kit in the Indoor playground was removed from this playspace.”
Citation Jun 9, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76
During a renewal inspection on 6/10/25 Cert rep observed a broken tile on the wall in the girls bathroom near the toilet.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 18, 2025): “The broken tile was covered with tape until a permanent fix could occur.”
Citation Jun 9, 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 6/9/25 Staff 3 had a most recent health assessment dated 6/27/22. This is more than 24 months since the previous health assessment. Staff 3 was observed to be working in a staff role.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 18, 2025): “Staff 3 will obtain an updated health assessment. Staff 3 will not be allowed to return to work until it is on file.”
Citation Jun 9, 2025 Inspection Transportation
Age appropriate restraints 55 Pa. Code §3270.175(a)
During a renewal inspection on 6/9/25 Staff reported that the facility was not using car seats/booster seats when transporting young school aged children who are 7 years of age or younger.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 18, 2025): “The director is now aware children who are 7 years of age or younger are required to use a car seats/booster seats. All children who are 7 years of age or younger will use car seats when being transported. Director will create a list of which children based on age are required to use the car seats…”
Citation Jun 9, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Posted in group space 55 Pa. Code §3270.111(b)
During a renewal inspection on 6/10/25 Cert rep observed the Computer room did not have the daily activities posted.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 18, 2025): “The daily schedule was posted during the inspection.”
Citation Jun 9, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Given parents in writing 55 Pa. Code §3270.121(b)
During a renewal inspection on 6/10/25 Cert rep noted parents were not receiving information regarding the facility's general daily schedule and pick-up arrangements
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 18, 2025): “Director will add information regarding the pick arrangements and daily schedule to the enrollment packets/welcome packets and provide to all currently enrolled parents. This information will be given to newly enrolled parents at the time of enrollment.”
Citation Jun 9, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Services proceeded 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(3)
During a renewal inspection on 6/10/25 Child 3 did not have a Child service report. Child 3 has been enrolled for move than 6 months (See LIS code sheet for date of enrollment.)
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 18, 2025): “Staff will complete a Child Service Report for Child 3. The director will confirm this is completed and placed in the child's file.”
Citation Jun 9, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Physician name, address, phone/Parent home/work address, phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(2)/3270.124(b)(3)
During a renewal inspection on 6/10/25 Cert rep noted children's emergency contact forms did not list parents work address(Child 1) and work phone number(Child 1 and 3). Child 2's emergency contact form did not list a phone number for the child's physician/source of medical care.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 18, 2025): “The information that was missing form the emergency contact forms for Children 1-3 will be obtained from the parents and added to the emergency contact forms.”
Citation Jun 9, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Written emergency plan posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(e)
During a renewal inspection on 6/10/25 Cert rep observed the Computer room did not have the emergency medical transportation plan posted. Cert rep also observed that the emergency medical transportation plan was not in the vehicles used for transportation of children to and from the facility. Staff reported this plan was not being taken with staff when transporting children.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 18, 2025): “The emergency medical transportation plan was posted in the computer room and added the the emergency contact binders during the inspection.”
Citation Jun 9, 2025 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)
During a renewal inspection on 6/9/25 Staff reported that the facility was not maintaining a copy of reports regarding accidents, injuries, and illnesses in the child's file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 18, 2025): “The director is now aware of the regulation requirement. As of 6/9/25 moving forward the director will provide reports of accidents, injuries, and illnesses to the parents. The director will make sure a copy of this report will be maintained in the child's file and an additional copy will be…”
Citation Jun 25, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Locked or inaccessible 55 Pa. Code §3270.66(a)
It was observed in the preschool area that two cabinets had cleaning products accessible to children; they contained Lysol spray, Chlorox wipes, and Windex.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 25, 2024): “The cleaning materials were removed immediately the day of inspection, and the cabinet door lock was fixed.”
Citation Jun 25, 2024 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(f)
It was observed and stated that the facility did not send a copy of their emergency plan to their local municipality.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 28, 2024): “Provider will send a copy of the emergency plan to the City of Reading.”
Citation Jun 25, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Given parents in writing 55 Pa. Code §3270.121(b)
It was observed and stated that the facility did not provide to all enrolled families a written supervision policy or clothing policy.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 28, 2024): “Provider will create a supervision and clothing policy. These new policies will be given to all currently enrolled families.”
Core safety Mar 27, 2024 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
On 4/4/2024, the state police clearance on file for Staff #1 was dated 7/5/2018. The updated state police clearance was immediately requested and received. However, Staff #1 was working with an expired state police clearance prior to obtaining the updated clearance.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 29, 2024): “The updated state police clearance was immediately requested and received.”
Core safety Mar 27, 2024 Inspection 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 3/27/2024, school age children were observed individually on 4 separate occasions walking unsupervised from the classroom to the bathroom located on the other side of the building and then back to the classroom.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 2, 2024): “A supervision policy was created and all staff met to discuss this policy and proper supervision.”
Citation Mar 27, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)(10)
Staff #2 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 10, 2024): “The staff complete the CPR by that date, and the director will ensure that all new staff have their CPR within the required 90 days.”
Citation Jun 21, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76
On 6/21/2023, two loose tiles were seen near the wall in the back part of the school age classroom.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 21, 2023): “The loose tiles were immediately removed, and the area was covered until the tiles can be replaced with new tiles.”
Citation Jun 21, 2023 Inspection Health & medication
Immunization record/Dismissal policy 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(3)
On 6/21/2023, the updated health reports on file for Child #1 and #2 did not have the up-to-date annual influenza immunization as recommended by the ACIP. The files for Child #1 and #2 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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 5, 2023): “We will get exemption letters or proof of the annual flu shot from the parents before allowing these two children to return to care again after today.”
Core safety Feb 14, 2023 Complaint investigation Caregiver conduct
Restraints prohibited 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(e)
It was confirmed through interviews that staff at the facility had been observed placing Child #1, age 4, in a high chair during circle time on multiple occasions. This happened most recently on 2/2/2023.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 5, 2023): “The staff at the center will not use highchair at any time. The center since it does not have these chairs. The chairs they were totally REMOVED from the facility.”
Citation Feb 14, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
Comply with CPSL 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)
Staff person #2 has not completed mandated reporter training within the last 60 months. This is evidenced by the previously documented verified mandated reporter trainings on file being dated 10/20/2017.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 20, 2023): “Staff person #2 complete mandated reporter on 2/16/23. Sent certificate of completion on 2/16/2023 by email.”
Citation Feb 14, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)(10)
Staff person #1 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Professional development in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 20, 2023): “Staff person # 1 complete required first aid and pediatric first aid and CPR on 2/23/23. Sent certificate of completion on 2/24/23 by email.”
Core safety Jun 21, 2022 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
Staff #1 previously completed the FBI clearance on 9/3/2016, but did not renew the FBI clearance until 5/20/2022.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 21, 2022): “This was already corrected at the time of the inspection.”
Citation Jun 21, 2022 Inspection Health & medication
Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(b)(2)
During the Renewal Inspection on 6/21/2022, the most recent health report on file Child #1, a preschool child was dated 11/24/2020 (see LIS code sheet).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 28, 2022): “We will obtain an updated health report for Child #1 as soon as possible.”
Citation Jun 21, 2022 Inspection Health & medication
Health information/Completed or signed by physician, PA, or CRNP 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(a)/3270.131(c)
During the Renewal Inspection on 6/21/2022, Child #2 did not have a completed health report on file that was written and signed by a physician, physician's assistant or a CRNP (see LIS code sheet).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 21, 2022): “This child has recently moved out of state. He will not return be returning to daycare.”
Citation Jun 21, 2022 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(i)
Staff #3 had previously completed professional development in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) that expired in April 2021 prior Staff #3 renewing their certification in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) on 5/7/2022. See code sheet for date of hire.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 21, 2022): “This was already corrected at the time of the inspection.”
Citation Jun 21, 2022 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)
Staff person #1 and Staff person #2 have not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Professional development in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 21, 2022): “This was already corrected at the time of the inspection.”
Citation Jun 21, 2022 Inspection Training & qualifications
Comply with CPSL 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)
Staff person #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 2/1/2017. Staff person #4 has not completed the mandated reporter training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 21, 2022): “This was already corrected at the time of the inspection. Staff #1 completed mandated reporter training on 5/5/2022.”

“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 Feb 14, 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
Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) $45.00 $39.00
Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) $42.00 $37.00
Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) $40.00 $35.00
Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.) $40.00 $35.00

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 102 children
Certificate status Regular
Certificate valid through Sep 12, 2027
Keystone STARS STAR 4
since May 7, 2026 · what STARS means
Operator Little Genius Day Care LLC
Hours Monday–Friday 5:30 AM–6:00 PM How Pennsylvania centers’ hours compare
Phone (610) 741-6672
State certificate # CER-00260176
Parent reviews Google Maps reviews
Not checked by Daycare Record

Common questions

Has Little Genius Day Care LLC had any serious violations?

Pennsylvania cited 8 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 Mar 26, 2026 (supervision): “During an allocated unannounced monitoring inspection on 3/26/26 Staff person 1 was observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person 1 has not completed the following pre- service training required prior to…” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.

Have there been complaints about Little Genius Day Care 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 Little Genius Day Care LLC’s Keystone STARS rating?

STAR 4, effective May 7, 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 Little Genius Day Care LLC compare with other daycares in Reading?

It is #45 of 84 centers in Reading by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 71% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.

When was Little Genius Day Care LLC last inspected?

Jun 1, 2026 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.

How much does Little Genius Day Care LLC cost?

It reported full-time daily rates of $45.00 for older toddler, $42.00 for preschool, $40.00 for young school-age, $40.00 for older school-age in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.

Who runs Little Genius Day Care LLC?

The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Little Genius Day Care 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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