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The Morgan School LLC · 3 Cloister Ct, Reading

3 Cloister Ct, Reading, PA 19608 · Berks County
1 complaint investigation found violations Keystone STAR 4

The Morgan School LLC is a certified child care center in Reading, PA, with capacity for 108 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 21 violations, 2 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep). 8 citations came in the last 12 months. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is #9 of 84 centers in Reading and has fewer citations per inspection than 70% of Pennsylvania certified centers.

Inspection record

Fewer citations than 70% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. About typical
#9 of 84 centers in Reading
2 Core-safety citations
19 Other citations
8 Inspections
1 Complaint investigations that found violations
21 citations from 9 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · 8 in the last 12 months · last inspected May 26, 2026

Every state visit

2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom) May 26, 2026 · Inspection · citation found May 5, 2026 · Inspection · citation found Apr 6, 2026 · Inspection · citation found May 29, 2025 · Inspection · citation found Mar 11, 2025 · Report/investigation · citation found Dec 30, 2024 · Inspection · citation found Aug 6, 2024 · Inspection · citation found May 28, 2024 · Inspection · no citation May 28, 2024 · Inspection · no citation
Violation found No violation Top row: inspections · bottom row: complaint investigations, self-reported incidents and other visits

What inspectors cited most

Building & playground safety 6
Records & paperwork 6
Health & medication 5
Food & feeding 1
Training & qualifications 1
Caregiver conduct 1
Supervision 1

Citations, newest first

Follow-up May 26, 2026 Inspection Food & feeding
Bottles labeled 55 Pa. Code §3270.166(4)
Continued Non-Compliance: During the renewal inspection on 5/5/26, there were bottles for multiple children in the refrigerator in the Infant 1 room that were not labeled with the child's name. An acceptable plan of corrections was submitted that stated "A message was sent to families on Wednesday, May 7, 2026, reminding them to label infants' bottles prior to arrival at the center. If bottles arrive unlabeled, teachers have been instructed to ask parents to label the bottles using the supplied Sharpie marker or, if the parent is unable to do so, staff will label the bottles immediately upon receipt using the provided Sharpie to ensure compliance." The correction date was 5/7/26. On 5/26/26, the bottes of child #1, #2, and #3 were not labeled. Going forward, the infant teachers will check all bottles upon arrival each day to ensure they are properly labeled with the infant's name. Additionally, if bottles are not labeled, teachers have been instructed to immediately label the child's name on the bottle using the provided Sharpie marker. Staff will also be reminded of this regulation and procedure during the staff meeting scheduled for May 21, 2026, to ensure ongoing compliance.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 2, 2026): “The bottles were labeled.”
Re-cited at a follow-up visit; counted once, with the original citation.
Citation May 5, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Infant - 40 sq ft/child 55 Pa. Code §3270.62(b)(1)
On 5/6/26 during the renewal inspection, there were infants on the outdoor infant play space that had not yet been measured and approved as licensed space.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 26, 2026): “The newly created infant play area was established to provide infants with the freedom to utilize a space of their own without competing for play space with toddlers. Since the infant play space was recently measured, we are now able to utilize the area in compliance with licensing requirements”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation May 5, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Stairs, exits, etc. unobstructed 55 Pa. Code §3270.91(a)
During the renewal inspection on 5/5/26, the emergency exit in Room 109 was blocked by children's bins that had been placed in front of the door.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 26, 2026): “Although the bins were initially placed in front of the emergency door to prepare the children for self-help skills related to retrieving and storing their nap items before and after rest time, the teachers promptly removed the bins from that area. A follow-up conversation was conducted with the…”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation May 5, 2026 Inspection Health & medication
Clean, age appropriate 55 Pa. Code §3270.106(a)
During the renewal inspection on 5/5/26, there were sleeping mats being used in the Infant 1 room that were not labeled for use by a specific child. In the Infant 2 room, cots were assigned for use for multiple children on different days.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 26, 2026): “A labeled grid was created and posted within the classroom; however, the labeling of each child's assigned resting equipment was inaccurate. Although the classroom contained the correct number of mats and cribs based on enrollment, the teachers failed to accurately reflect the appropriate number of…”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation May 5, 2026 Inspection Health & medication
2 feet apart 55 Pa. Code §3270.106(f)
During the renewal inspection on 5/5/26, there were chairs stacked in the classroom among where children were sleeping that didn't allow for the required 2 feet of space on three sides of the mats.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 26, 2026): “Immediately following the inspection, the chairs were removed from between the mats. Teachers were reminded that, in accordance with regulations, there must be at least two feet of space on at least three sides of each mat, and that items cannot be stacked between mats in order to maintain…”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation May 5, 2026 Inspection Health & medication
Child's hands washed/Adult Hygiene 55 Pa. Code §3270.134(a)/3270.152
During the renewal inspection on 5/5/26, staff #1 changed a child's diaper and did not wash the child's hands after the diaper change. In the Older Toddler 1 room, staff #2 was toileting and doing standing diaper changes for multiple children. Staff #2 changed gloves, but did not wash hands after assisting each child.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 26, 2026): “Immediately following the inspection, a conversation was held with the teachers within the classroom regarding appropriate classroom hygiene practices, including ensuring that teachers and students wash their hands before and after meals/snacks and after diapering/toileting. Staff were also…”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation May 5, 2026 Inspection Food & feeding
Bottles labeled 55 Pa. Code §3270.166(4)
During the renewal inspection on 5/5/26, there were bottles for multiple children in the refrigerator in the Infant 1 room that were not labeled with the child's name.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, May 26, 2026): “A message was sent to families on Wednesday, May 7, 2026, reminding them to label infants' bottles prior to arrival at the center. If bottles arrive unlabeled, teachers have been instructed to ask parents to label the bottles using the supplied Sharpie marker or, if the parent is unable to do so…”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation May 5, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Each child care space 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(c)
During the renewal inspection on 5/5/26, child #1 was present in the Infant 2 room. The emergency contact for child #1 was not present in the Infant 2 room.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 26, 2026): “All emergency contact information will be maintained and readily available within the classroom where children are receiving care. The child was visiting another classroom at the time of the state inspection, and the teacher inadvertently failed to transfer the emergency contact information to the…”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Apr 6, 2026 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(i)
Staff person #1 has not completed Pediatric first aid and CPR training on or before expiration of the most current certification. This is evidenced by the previously documented Pediatric first aid and CPR training on file expiring 1/31/26. Documentation of updated Pediatric first aid and CPR training is not on file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 17, 2026): “The staff member's job responsibilities preclude her from being counted in classroom ratio. The water safety training was mistaken for the CPR certification. The staff member is scheduled to attend CPR training on Thursday, April 16, and has already completed the online portion of the course. She…”
Citation May 29, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Toxic plants not permitted 55 Pa. Code §3270.66(d)
There was a Pothos plant in the Young Toddler 2 room, and a Kalanchoe plant in the lobby, both identified as poisonous to humans.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 6, 2025): “Both the Pothos and the Kalanchoe plant were immediately removed from the center prior to the licensing representative leaving the center.”
Citation May 29, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
No peeling paint or plaster 55 Pa. Code §3270.77(a)
There was damage to the paint under the window in the Older Toddler 2 room.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 24, 2025): “All areas of the Older Toddler 2 room that appeared to have chipping paint were repainted.”
Citation May 29, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
Surfaces cleaned 55 Pa. Code §3270.135(b)
The bleach solution was immediately wiped off after spraying the changing table. Staff #1 indicated that she did not know how long it was supposed to remain on the table.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 24, 2025): “All staff were made aware of the wait time when using the bleach solution to clean surfaces including changing tables on 5/29/2025 as soon as the inspection concluded. Also, a print out including the directions to mix as well as the wait time was posted within all classrooms who use bleach solution…”
Citation May 29, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Each child care space 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(c)
Emergency contact information was not present where child #1 and #2 were receiving care.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 24, 2025): “Both children's emergency contact information was competed but located in a different classrooms bag as they were just transitioned to a different classroom. Both emergency contact forms were imminently placed in the classroom where the children were receiving care and prior to state licensing…”
Citation May 29, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Written emergency plan posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(e)
A written plan identifying the means of transporting a child to emergency care and staffing provisions in the event of an emergency was not displayed conspicuously in the yoga room.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 24, 2025): “The emergency transportation plan that is posted in all the classrooms was posted within the yoga room in multiple places on 5/30/25, the day following inspection.”
Core safety Mar 11, 2025 Complaint investigation Caregiver conduct
Restraints prohibited 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(e)
On 2/24 and 2/25/25, staff person #1 was seen on video placing her leg over child #1 and later over child #2 to hold them down on their mats at naptime. Staff person #1 was also seen restraining child #2 by sitting behind her, crossing the child's arms across her body, and wrapping her arms around the child. Staff person #1 stated in an interview that she used both of these techniques to try to get children to sleep at naptime.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 15, 2025): “Immediately after the state inspection concluded, we spoke with staff person #1 regarding the complaints received on February 24, which was founded. No staff will restrain any child. Date of correction: 3/18/25 Our Behavior policy has been updated to indicate appropriate measures of supervision…”
Citation Dec 30, 2024 Inspection Health & medication
Original container/Original label 55 Pa. Code §3270.133(1)/3270.133(5)
During an unannounced inspection, the Albuterol for child #1 and #2 was just the vials without the original box and with no expiration date.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 21, 2025): “The medication for child #2 was returned to parent today as this is the last day he needed it. For child #1 we will return the Abuterol to the parent and ask that it be returned to the facility with the expiration date and original container.”
Citation Dec 30, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Measurement and use of indoor child care space 55 Pa. Code §3270.61
During an unannounced inspection, there were 7 infants in Infant Room 2 (room 201) that measures for 6.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 21, 2025): “We will always adhere to classroom measurements and ensure the required number of kids are placed in classrooms based on the room's capacity. We plan to correct the one (1) student difference immediately by utilizing Infant room #1, which is measured for 7 infants, to offset the number of kids…”
Citation Dec 30, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance 55 Pa. Code §3270.95(a)/3270.95(b)
During an unannounced inspection, the fire alarm test log indicated that the alarm was tested on 9/13/24 and then again on 10/21. It was tested last on 11/19/24. This shows gaps of greater than the required 30 days.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 30, 2024): “A fire drill was completed using the alarm today. The alarm was functioning as expected.”
Core safety Aug 6, 2024 Inspection Supervision
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
During the renewal inspection on 8/6/24, 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: approved Pediatric First Aid and Pediatric CPR by a PQAS instructor.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 9, 2024): “Staff is scheduled for an approved 1st Aid/CPR training. Staff will not be alone with children until approved training is completed.”
Citation Aug 6, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Insurance coverage information 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(6)
As of the renewal inspection on 8/6/24, the emergency contact information for child #1 did not include the policy number.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 7, 2024): “We will obtain the insurance policy number from parent.”
Citation Aug 6, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Emergency master file updated 55 Pa. Code §3270.181(e)
During the renewal inspection on 8/6/24, there were emergency contact forms in the classrooms that had not been updated when the form in the main folder was updated.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 12, 2024): “Copies will be made and updated emergency contact forms will be placed in the emergency bags in the classrooms.”
Citation Aug 6, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
As of the renewal inspection on 8/6/24, staff #2 and #3 each had one reference written by a family member.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 7, 2024): “Staff will submit a non-family reference. Staff #2 was terminated as of 8/7/24.”

“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 Mar 11, 2025 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
Infant (6 Weeks-12 mos.) $76.00 $61.00
Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) $74.00 $59.00
Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) $72.00 $57.00
Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) $70.00 $55.00
Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) $60.00 $40.00

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 108 children
Certificate status Regular
Certificate valid through Aug 12, 2027
Keystone STARS STAR 4
since Oct 29, 2025 · what STARS means
Operator The Morgan School LLC
Hours Monday–Friday 6:30 AM–6:00 PM How Pennsylvania centers’ hours compare
Phone (484) 878-2558
State certificate # CER-00256721
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Common questions

Has The Morgan School LLC 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 Mar 11, 2025 (caregiver conduct): “On 2/24 and 2/25/25, staff person #1 was seen on video placing her leg over child #1 and later over child #2 to hold them down on their mats at naptime. Staff person #1 was also seen restraining child #2 by sitting…” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.

Have there been complaints about The Morgan School 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 The Morgan School LLC’s Keystone STARS rating?

STAR 4, effective Oct 29, 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 The Morgan School LLC compare with other daycares in Reading?

It is #9 of 84 centers in Reading by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has fewer citations per inspection than 70% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.

When was The Morgan School LLC last inspected?

May 26, 2026 (unannounced monitoring). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.

How much does The Morgan School LLC cost?

It reported full-time daily rates of $76.00 for infant, $74.00 for young toddler, $72.00 for older toddler, $70.00 for preschool in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.

Who runs The Morgan School LLC?

The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is The Morgan School 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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