Pennsylvania · Reading · 19606

Saint Catharine of Siena School

2330 Perkiomen Ave, Reading, PA 19606 · Berks County

Provisional Certificate of Compliance for Downgrade, August 2026 (COMPASS status: Pending Appeal) Provisional certificate Keystone STAR 1

Saint Catharine of Siena School is a certified child care center in Reading, PA, with capacity for 171 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 1 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 5 times. The state cited 41 violations, 2 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for records & paperwork (15 of 41). 18 citations came in the last 12 months. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is tied for #46 of 84 centers in Reading and has more citations per inspection than 72% of Pennsylvania certified centers.

Inspection record

More citations than 72% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. More citations than most

Tied for #46 of 84 centers in Reading

2 Core-safety citations

39 Other citations

5 Inspections

0 Complaint investigations that found violations

41 citations from 5 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · 18 in the last 12 months · last inspected Aug 3, 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

Records & paperwork 15

Training & qualifications 10

Emergency preparedness 5

Health & medication 3

Building & playground safety 3

Food & feeding 2

Background checks 2

Transportation 1

Citations, newest first

Citation Aug 3, 2026 Inspection Training & qualifications

Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(i)

Repeated noncompliance; during renewal inspection on 5/11/26, Certification Representative reviewed staff files and there was no Pediatric Frist aid/CPR training on file for staff persons #2 and #9. An acceptable plan of correction was received on 6/5/26 with a correction date of 8/1/26. On 8/3/26 there was no proof of Pediatric First aid/CPR training received for staff persons #2 and #9.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 18, 2026): “Since the school year ended 6/5/26 - staff were no longer under contract. CPR and First Aid training have been scheduled for the new school year on 8/11/26 and 8/18/26. Staff members #2 and #9 will attend one of these trainings. Students do not start school until August 31st, and Pre-K students…”

Citation Aug 3, 2026 Inspection Training & qualifications

Fire safety - 1 yr. 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(ii)

Repeated noncompliance; During renewal inspection on 5/11/26, Certification Representative reviewed staff files and observed that all Staff (1-9) did not complete annual fire safety training. An acceptable plan of correction was received on 6/5/26 with a correction date of 7/31/26. On 8/3/26 there was no proof of fire safety training received for staff persons (1-9).

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 28, 2026): “Since the school year ended 6/5/26 - staff were no longer under contract so this be completed prior to our next school year during orientation week of August 24th. School start August 31st and 9/8 for Pre-k. Required staff will complete PA Keys DHS fire safety training.”

Citation Aug 3, 2026 Inspection Training & qualifications

Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)

Repeated noncompliance; During renewal inspection on 5/11/26, Certification Representative reviewed staff files and staff person #9 did not have health and safety training on file. An acceptable plan of correction was received on 6/5/26 with correction date 7/31/26. As of 8/3/26 there was no proof of health and safety training received for staff person #9.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 28, 2026): “Staff #9 came in for a review of health and safety training with our principle. Staff #9 will also be at our orientation week that starts the week of August 24, 2026.”

Citation Aug 3, 2026 Inspection Training & qualifications

Staff evaluations 55 Pa. Code §3270.34(a)(6)

Repeated noncompliance; During renewal inspection on 5/11/26, Certification Representative reviewed staff files and all staff persons (1-9) did not have an evaluation on file. An acceptable plan of correction was received on 6/5/26 with a correction date of 6/30/26. As of 8/3/26, there was no proof of staff evaluations received for staff persons (1-9).

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 18, 2026): “Since the school year ended on 6/5/26 staff were no longer under contract some reviews were completed via phone and are on file. Those who have not signed their review will during orientation 8/26/26.”

Citation Aug 3, 2026 Inspection Training & qualifications

Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)

Repeated noncompliance; facility was cited on 5/11/26 as follows During renewal inspection on 5/11/26, Certification Representative reviewed staff files and all staff persons (1-9) did not have 12 clock hours of childcare training on file. An acceptable plan of correction was received on 6/5/26 with a correction date of 6/5/26. On 8/3/26, no proof of corrections was received.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 13, 2026): “Due to the fact that our prior supervisor was told that our summer orientation satisfied this training and then we were notified that was not the case, we looked into completing it over the summer. Unfortunately, since our building is closed and school year ended 6/5/26, staff were no longer under…”

Citation May 11, 2026 Inspection Emergency preparedness

Training regarding plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(c)

During renewal inspection on 5/11/26, Certification Representative reviewed staff files and staff person #8 did not have annual emergency plan training on file.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 11, 2026): “Employee #8 was shown our emergency plan. The principle/Director reviewed plan with employee #8 and it was signed off and dated.”

Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized

Citation May 11, 2026 Inspection Health & medication

Clean, age appropriate 55 Pa. Code §3270.106(a)

During inspection renewal on 5/11/26, Certification Representative observed a child's mat ripped. Teacher corrected on site with tapping the mat.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 9, 2026): “Teacher correct on site by tapping the mat and notified family.”

Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized

Citation May 11, 2026 Inspection Food & feeding

Refrigerator 55 Pa. Code §3270.107

During renewal inspection on 5/11/26, Certification Representative observed classroom refrigerator thermometer at 60 degrees. Thermometer was moved away from door of refrigerator and read later at 58 degrees.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 9, 2026): “Corred same day as inspection.”

Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized

Citation May 11, 2026 Inspection Health & medication

Contact parent/keep record 55 Pa. Code §3270.132(a)

During renewal inspection on 5/11/26, Certification Representative reviewed paperwork on file and there was no written emergency medical plan on file.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 9, 2026): “St. Catharine's emergency medical plan is contained within the school's emergency plan, which is in the main DHS file - we added the Antietam School District Standing Orders for School Nurses.”

Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized

Citation May 11, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork

Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21

During renewal inspection on 5/11/26, Certification Representative reviewed paperwork on file and there was no written policy on shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 9, 2026): “A copy of Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive head trama was placed in the main binder/file on May 28th. Information was shared with staff.”

Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized

Citation May 11, 2026 Inspection Training & qualifications

Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(i)

During renewal inspection on 5/11/26, Certification Representative reviewed staff files and there was no Pediatric Frist aid/CPR training on file for staff persons #2 and #9.

Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Aug 3, 2026): “Staff #2 and #9 have been told they need to complete pediatric first aid/cpr that meets the PQAS qualifications.”

Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized

Citation May 11, 2026 Inspection Training & qualifications

Fire safety - 1 yr. 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(ii)

During renewal inspection on 5/11/26, Certification Representative reviewed staff files and observed that all Staff (1-9) did not complete annual fire safety training.

Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Aug 3, 2026): “Staff #1-9 will complete additional fire safety training via pakeys.org. This will be in additional to our annual orientation training staff had.”

Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized

Citation May 11, 2026 Inspection Training & qualifications

Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)

During renewal inspection on 5/11/26, Certification Representative reviewed staff files and staff person #9 did not have health and safety training on file.

Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Aug 3, 2026): “At our annual school year orientation this was discussed, reviewed, and practiced. Staff #9 will sit with director to review training, and it will be documented for staff file.”

Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized

Citation May 11, 2026 Inspection Training & qualifications

Staff evaluations 55 Pa. Code §3270.34(a)(6)

During renewal inspection on 5/11/26, Certification Representative reviewed staff files and all staff persons (1-9) did not have an evaluation on file.

Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Aug 3, 2026): “Yearly evaluations are completed once the school year is finished. The Director will meet with staff (#1-9) for their annual review.”

Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized

Citation May 11, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork

Services proceeded/Updated every 6 months 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(3)/3270.124(f)

During the renewal inspection on 5/11/26, Certification Representative reviewed children's files and all children (1-5) did not have a child service report or an emergency contact update signed on file.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 9, 2026): “All forms were reviewed, checked and updated if needed by families. The teacher added a line at the bottom of the form so parents/families could sign and date that the information was correct.”

Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized

Citation May 11, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork

Each child emergency contact person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(a)

During renewal inspection on 5/11/26, Certification Representative reviewed children's files and child #4 did not have an emergency contact name listed on file.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 9, 2026): “The teacher reviewed the form and found all required information - including contact name. All boxes were filled in. Plus on 5/13/26 formed was reviewed by family and signed to confirm information correct.”

Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized

Citation May 11, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork

Transcript, diploma and letters 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(2)(iv)

During renewal inspection on 5/11/26, Certification Representative reviewed staff files and staff person #9 did not have verification of education and childcare experience on file.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 9, 2026): “Spoke will staff #9 on 6/4/26. On 6/5/26 staff member #9 file was updated with High school and college diplomas/certification.”

Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized

Citation May 11, 2026 Inspection Training & qualifications

Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)

During renewal inspection on 5/11/26, Certification Representative reviewed staff files and all staff persons (1-9) did not have 12 clock hours of childcare training on file.

Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Aug 3, 2026): “Per initial site visit we were instructed our annual weeklong orientation covered the 12 clock hours of childcare training. Please see attached document”

Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized

Show 25 older citations

Core safety Sep 2, 2025 Inspection Background checks

Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)

A renewal inspection was conducted on 9/2/2025-10/29/2025. At that time, facility persons files were reviewed. Facility person #1 is listed as a volunteer in the Pre-K room. File for facility person #1 does not include a signed/dated disclosure statement. Certification representative did not observe a DHS-approved mandated reporter training certificate in facility person #1's file. Facility person #2 has worked in the after-care program since facility obtained license in May 2025. File for facility person #2 has PSP clearance dated 8/22/2025, child abuse clearance dated 8/3/2025, and DHS FBI clearance dated 10/26/2025, which is after their start date in their DHS role. Certification representative did not observe a DHS-approved mandated reporter training certificate in facility person #2's file. Facility person #3 has worked in the after-care program since facility obtained license in May 2025. File for facility person #3 has PSP clearance dated 7/10/2025, which is after their start date in their DHS role. Facility person #3 does not have a DHS FBI clearance on file. Certification representative did not observe a DHS-approved mandated reporter training certificate in facility…

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 8, 2025): “Facility Person #1 (Volunteer, Pre-K Room): A signed and dated Disclosure Statement was obtained and placed in the personnel file. A DHS-approved Mandated Reporter Training was completed on 2.7.23 and the certificate has been filed in the DHS file from the Safe Environment File. This individual…”

Citation Sep 2, 2025 Inspection Emergency preparedness

Training regarding plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(c)

A renewal inspection was conducted on 9/2/2025-10/29/2025. At that time, facility persons files were reviewed. There is no proof of training on the facility's emergency plan on file for facility persons #1, #2, #3, #4, #5, #6, #7, #8, or #9.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 8, 2025): “Some facility persons completed emergency plan training on 8.21.25. Documentation of the training, including the date and names of all participants, has been placed in each facility person's file. Those facility persons who were not present, were provided with the safety information and documented…”

Citation Sep 2, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety

In child care spaces/Has all items 55 Pa. Code §3270.75(a)/3270.75(c)

A renewal inspection was conducted on 9/2/2025-10/29/2025. At that time, the first-aid kit in the Pre-K room did not contain tweezers, scissors, or tape. Certification representative did not observe a first-aid kit in the cafeteria, which is measured space where after-care is provided.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 8, 2025): “The first aid kit in the pre-K room was restocked in September to include tweezers, scissors, and tape. A fully stocked first aid kit was placed in the cafeteria closet; last spring; however, it has been moved to a visible location to ensure coverage for aftercare activities. There is also a fully…”

Citation Sep 2, 2025 Inspection Food & feeding

Potentially hazardous food refrigerated 55 Pa. Code §3270.161(d)

A renewal inspection was conducted 9/2/2025-10/29/2025. At that time, several lunches brought to school by children containing items such as sandwiches made with deli meat and cheese and yogurt were observed in lunchboxes in the cubby area.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 8, 2025): “All lunches containing potentially hazardous food are now stored in the designated refrigeration unit immediately upon arrival at school as of October 5, 2025. Staff have been trained to remind parents and children that perishable items must be kept cold until lunchtime and to place them in the…”

Citation Sep 2, 2025 Inspection Transportation

Safe routes posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.171(c)

A renewal inspection was conducted on 9/2/2025-10/29/2025. At that time, pick-up and drop-off procedures were not posted in a conspicuous location used by parents.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 8, 2025): “Written pick up and drop off procedures were developed in posted in a conspicuous location within the pre-K room for parents as of November 6, 2025. They are also posted in the school's handbook and on our digital newsletter at the beginning of the school year. Staff have been informed to ensure…”

Citation Sep 2, 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)

A renewal inspection was conducted on 9/2/2025-10/29/2025. At that time, the facility's fire detection system testing log was reviewed. Facility's smoke alarms were last tested on 9/17/2025 which was over 30 days ago.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 8, 2025): “All smoke alarms were tested on 10/30/2025 to ensure proper functioning, and the results were documented in the fire detection system. Staff are reminded and a Google alert system was put in place to ensure that smoke alarms will be tested at least every 30 days and testing must be documented.”

Citation Sep 2, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork

Posted in group space 55 Pa. Code §3270.111(b)

A renewal inspection was conducted on 9/2/2025-10/29/2025. At that time, a written plan of daily activities was not posted in the cafeteria where the facility does after-care.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 8, 2025): “A written plan of daily activities for the aftercare program has been created, printed, and posted in the group space as of November 5, 2025. The plane clearly outlines the daily schedule, including snack time, homework support, and free activities. The plan include scheduled time for snacks…”

Citation Sep 2, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork

Signed /Admission date 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)/3270.123(a)(6)

A renewal inspection was conducted on 9/2/2025-10/29/2025. At that time, a sample of child files were reviewed. The following information was missing from children's fee agreements: Child #1: Date of admission. Signed by operator. Child #2: Date of admission. Signed by operator. Child #3: Date of admission. Signed by operator. Child #4: Date of admission. Signed by operator. Child #5: Date of admission. Signed by operator. Child #6: Date of admission. Signed by operator. Child #7: Signed by operator. Child #8: Date of admission. Signed by operator. Child #9: Date of admission. Signed by operator. Child #10: Date of admission. Signed by operator.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 8, 2025): “Dates of admission and operator signatures were added to all fee agreements.”

Citation Sep 2, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork

Amount of fee/Date fee to be paid 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(1)/3270.123(a)(2)

A renewal inspection was conducted on 9/2/2025-10/29/2025. At that time, a sample of child files were reviewed. The following information was missing from children's fee agreements: Child #7: Fee amount and the date on which the fee is to be paid.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 8, 2025): “The fee agreement for child #7 was immediately updated on November 5, 2025 to include the fee amount "per FACTS". The parent/guardian review and signed the revised agreement, which is now filed in the child's record.”

Citation Sep 2, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork

Services proceeded 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(3)

A renewal inspection was conducted on 9/2/2025-10/29/2025. At that time, a sample of child files were reviewed. The following information was missing from children's fee agreements: Child #1: The services to be provided to the family and the child. Child #2: The services to be provided to the family and the child. Child #4: The services to be provided to the family and the child. Child #5: The services to be provided to the family and the child. Child #6: The services to be provided to the family and the child. Child #7: The services to be provided to the family and the child. Child #8: The services to be provided to the family and the child. Child #9: The services to be provided to the family and the child. Child #10: The services to be provided to the family and the child.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 8, 2025): “The fee agreements for child #1, #2, #4, #5, #6, #7, #8, #9 and #10 were updated on November 6, 2025 to clearly specify the services to be provided to the family and the child. The parent/guardian reviewed and signed the revised agreement, which has been placed in the child's file.”

Citation Sep 2, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork

Arrival/departure times/Designated release persons 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(4)/3270.123(a)(5)

A renewal inspection was conducted on 9/2/2025-10/29/2025. At that time, a sample of child files were reviewed. The following information was missing from children's fee agreements: Child #1: Arrival and departure times. Release person(s). Child #5: Arrival and departure times. Release person(s). Child #8: Release person(s). Child #9: Release person(s).

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 8, 2025): “Agreements for children #1, #5, #8 and #9 were updated to include the required arrival and departure times and the designated release person(s).”

Citation Sep 2, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork

Physician name, address, phone/Insurance coverage information 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(2)/3270.124(b)(6)

A renewal inspection was conducted on 9/2/2025-10/29/2025. At that time, a sample of child files were reviewed. The following information was missing from children's emergency contact forms: Child #2: Doctor's telephone number. Insurance policy number. Child #10: Insurance policy number.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 8, 2025): “Emergency contact forms for children #2 and #10 for updated on September 10, 2025 to include the missing doctors' telephone number and insurance policy information. The updated forms were reviewed and signed by the parent/guardian and placed in each child's file.”

Citation Sep 2, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork

Parent home/work address, phone/Name/address/phone release person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(3)/3270.124(b)(7)

A renewal inspection was conducted on 9/2/2025-10/29/2025. At that time, a sample of child files were reviewed. The following information was missing from children's emergency contact forms: Child #1: Both parents' work addresses and work telephone numbers. Child #2: Father's work address and work telephone number. 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: Father's work address and work telephone number. Child #7: Release person's address. Child #8: Both parents' work addresses and work telephone numbers. Release person's address.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 8, 2025): “Emergency contact forms for children #1-#8 we're updated on November 6, 2025 to include the missing home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parents and the addresses of design designated release persons, where applicable. Updated forms were reviewed and signed by the…”

Citation Sep 2, 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)

A renewal inspection was conducted on 9/2/2025-10/29/2025. At that time, a sample of child files were reviewed. The following information was missing from children's emergency contact forms: Child #1: Signed parental consent for emergency medical care and minor first-aid. Child #2: Signed parental consent for minor first-aid. Child #9: Signed parental consent for emergency medical care and minor first-aid.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 8, 2025): “Parental consent forms for all children were obtained and signed by the parent/guardian on November 7, 2025 and placed in each child's child. Staff were instructed to verify that all new enrollments include signed consent for both emergency medical care in minor first aid prior to admission.…”

Citation Sep 2, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork

Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)

A renewal inspection was conducted on 9/2/2025-10/29/2025. At that time, facility persons files were reviewed. Facility person #1 is listed as a volunteer in the Pre-K room. File for facility person #1 does not include two written, nonfamily references.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 8, 2025): “Three written, non-family references for facility person #1 were obtained on November 8, 2025 and placed in the individual's file. Staff a reminder that all volunteers and facility persons must have two non-family references prior to working in the facility.”

Follow-up Mar 12, 2025 Inspection Health & medication

12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Mantoux TB 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(a)/3270.151(c)(2)

Continued non-compliance. On 11/27/24 an initial inspection was conducted at the facility. Initial health assessments nor TB tests were in DHS file for staff person #1, staff person #2, staff person #3, staff person #4, or staff person #5. The facility's acceptable plan of correction indicated the correction would be implemented by 2/5/25. On 3/12/25, an inspection was conducted. Staff person #4 still does not have a health assessment on file.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 27, 2025): “We received the health assessment for staff person #4 and was sent for review.”

Re-cited at a follow-up visit; counted once, with the original citation.

Follow-up Mar 12, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork

Exp, educ., training prior to facility/Transcript, diploma and letters 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(2)(ii)/3270.192(2)(iv)

Continued non-compliance: On 11/27/24 an initial inspection was conducted at the facility. DHS files for staff person #1, staff person #2, staff person #3, staff person #4, and staff person #5 did not include verification of education or child care experience. The facility's acceptable plan of correction indicated the correction would be implemented by 1/10/25. On 3/12/25, an inspection was conducted. Staff person #2 had a PA Teaching certificate on file which is not accepted as education documentation for DHS. Staff person #4 did not have prior child care experience on file. Staff person #5 had a foreign degree from Nova Scotia that was not translated and evaluated.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 9, 2025): “To ensure compliance with regulatory standards, employees requested official transcripts from their institutions for staff person #2. Staff person #4 received documented experience. Staff person #5 is requesting a translated and evaluated education document. We will send transcripts as we receive…”

Re-cited at a follow-up visit; counted once, with the original citation.

Core safety Nov 27, 2024 Inspection Background checks

Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)

During initial inspection conducted on 11/27/2024, there was no signed/dated disclosure statement on file for staff person #3.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 17, 2025): “All staff members received a copy of the new disclosure form, and we requested that they sign it and return it to the administration ASAP.”

Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized

Citation Nov 27, 2024 Inspection Emergency preparedness

Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21

During initial inspection conducted on 11/27/2024, there was no continuity of operations plan as required by 45 CFR 98.41(a)(1)(vii).

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 17, 2025): “A continuity of operations plan as required by 45 CFR 98.41 (a)(1)(vii) has been created and added to our Health and Safety Protocols and Procedures Document to be in conformity with applicable Federal and State laws and regulations.”

Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized

Citation Nov 27, 2024 Inspection Emergency preparedness

Contact when arises/Contact when ended 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(3)/3270.27(a)(4)

During initial inspection conducted on 11/27/2024, facility's emergency plan did not provide for a method for facility persons to contact parents as soon as reasonably possible when an emergency situation arises or a 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, Jan 17, 2025): “St. Catharine of Siena created a structured emergency plan that incorporates the FACTS All Call system for notifying parents during. The emergency will be posted, visible to staff members, and will be added to our safety procedures and protocol document. It in our school handbook.”

Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized

Citation Nov 27, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety

Has all items 55 Pa. Code §3270.75(c)

During initial inspection conducted 11/27/2024, first-aid kit in the Pre-K room did not contain soap.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 12, 2025): “All staff members received soap bars and water bottles to place in their first aid kits and go bags.”

Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized

Citation Nov 27, 2024 Inspection Health & medication

12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Mantoux TB 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(a)/3270.151(c)(2)

During initial inspection conducted on 11/27/2024, initial health assessment nor TB test were in DHS file for staff person #1, staff person #2, staff person #3, staff person #4, or staff person #5,

Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Mar 12, 2025): “The administrator connected with St. Luke's Hospital for an on-site TB testing and reading clinic for the entire staff. St. Luke's returned 12.1824 to complete the TB reads and will return after 1.6.25 to complete staff physicals and complete the few staffers unable to be present for TB tastings.”

Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized

Citation Nov 27, 2024 Inspection Emergency preparedness

Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(5)

During initial inspection conducted on 11/27/2024, facility's emergency plan did not provide for accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities and children with chronic medical conditions.

Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized

Citation Nov 27, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork

Exp, educ., training prior to facility/Transcript, diploma and letters 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(2)(ii)/3270.192(2)(iv)

During initial inspection conducted on 11/27/2024, DHS files for staff person #1, staff person #2, staff person #3, staff person #4, and staff person #5 did not include verification of education or child care experience.

Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Mar 12, 2025): “Our Staff person's record file shall include copies of verification of child care experience, education and training before service at the facility. A facility person's record shall include acceptable verification of experience, education or training is a transcript or a diploma or a letter signed…”

Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized

Citation Nov 27, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork

Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)

During initial inspection, DHS file for staff person #1, staff person #2, staff person #3, and staff person #5 did not include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 12, 2025): “Staff members are procuring two proper written, non-family references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.”

Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized

“Core safety” marks citations about supervision and staff ratios, discipline and caregiver conduct, background checks, child protection and safe sleep, the topics our score weights most. Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity. “Follow-up” marks a violation re-cited at a follow-up visit, counted once. How scores work.

Enforcement actions

Provisional Certificate of Compliance for Downgrade Aug 26, 2026

COMPASS status: Pending Appeal

Negative sanctions Pennsylvania lists for this center, such as a downgrade to a provisional certificate, refusing to renew or revoking its certificate of compliance, with the status COMPASS shows. “Operation permitted” means the center may keep operating while it appeals; “operation not permitted” means it may not.

About this center

Capacity 171 children

Certificate status Provisional (COMPASS: awaiting renewal)

Certificate valid through Feb 8, 2027

Keystone STARS STAR 1
since Dec 12, 2025 · what STARS means

Operator ST Catharine Of Siena

Phone —

State certificate # CER-00260266

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Common questions

Has Saint Catharine of Siena School had any serious violations?

Pennsylvania cited 2 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 Sep 2, 2025 (background checks): “A renewal inspection was conducted on 9/2/2025-10/29/2025. At that time, facility persons files were reviewed. Facility person #1 is listed as a volunteer in the Pre-K room. File for facility person #1 does not include…” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.

Have there been complaints about Saint Catharine of Siena School?

Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at Saint Catharine of Siena School since 2021. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.

What is Saint Catharine of Siena School’s Keystone STARS rating?

STAR 1, effective Dec 12, 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 Saint Catharine of Siena School compare with other daycares in Reading?

It is tied for #46 of 84 centers in Reading by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 72% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.

When was Saint Catharine of Siena School last inspected?

Aug 3, 2026 (unannounced monitoring). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.

Who runs Saint Catharine of Siena School?

The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is ST Catharine Of Siena.

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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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