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Andrew Child Care Center
- licensed capacity
- 56
- open each week
- 6 days
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About Andrew Child Care Center
Andrew Child Care Center is a child care center in Reading, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 56 children, serving school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 5:00 AM to 12:00 AM; Saturday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 7 visits in the last 3 years and cited 21 rules across 5 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
School-ageAccepts child care subsidy
Ages served: school-age children
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- School-age children
- Hours today
- 5:00 AM to 12:00 AM
- Licensed capacity
- 56 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 5:00 AM to 12:00 AM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 5:00 AM to 12:00 AM |
| Wednesday | 5:00 AM to 12:00 AM |
| Thursday | 5:00 AM to 12:00 AM |
| Friday | 5:00 AM to 12:00 AM |
| Saturday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | School-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 56 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
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State record
Inspection reports for Andrew Child Care Center
License
- Status
- Certified by the state and operating
- License type
- Certificate of Compliance
- Capacity
- 56 children
- Ages
- School-age children
- License number
- #CER-00257225
Summary
7 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Sep 15, 2026: 5 rules cited
Rules cited on 5 of 7 visits · 21 rules in all · 21 corrected
- Health, medication and illness 6
- Supervision and ratios 3
- Food and nutrition 3
- Records and paperwork 3
- Safety and hazards 2
- Staff training and qualifications 2
- Safe sleep 2
For comparison: 93% of Pennsylvania daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 14.
A cited rule is what an inspector found on the day of a visit. It is not a rating of the daycare today.
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Sep 15, 2026Inspection5 rules cited
3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible
“During the renewal inspection on 9/15/26, Certification Representative observed a drawer unlocked in the Toddler room that had glue accessible.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 15, 2026
3270.124(e) Written emergency plan posted
“During renewal inspection on 9/15/26, Certification Representative observed that there was no transportation plan posted in any of the child care spaces.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 15, 2026
3270.14 Pertinent Laws & Regulations
“During the renewal inspection on 9/15/2026, Certification Representative reviewed the emergency plan, and the plan did not have the continuity of operations addressed.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 15, 2026
3270.75(d) On excursions
“During the renewal inspection on 9/15/26, Certification Representative reviewed the first aid kits and there was no bottle of water present in the Preschool room kit.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 15, 2026
3270.135(b) Surfaces cleaned
“During the renewal inspection on 9/15/26, Certification Representative observed a diaper change in the infant room and staff did not sanitize the surface afterwards.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 15, 2026
- Sep 1, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Aug 25, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Apr 21, 2026Complaint investigation5 rules cited
3270.151(c)(1)/3270.151(c)(2) Physical examination/Mantoux TB
“During a complaint investigation on 4/21/26, upon checking files for new staff, representative observed staff #1 health assessment on file (See code sheet for date of exam). The health assessment date appeared to be altered and the dates of the Mantoux test and reading also appeared to be altered. Staff 1 was questioned and stated that this is when their health assessment and Mantoux test occurred. The health care provider was contacted on 4/27/26 at 9:13am and reported last known visit and Mantoux testing did not occur on the date listed on the health assessment. The provider also stated they had no record of health assessment on staff #1. Staff person #1 did not have another valid health assessment on file at the facility. In addition, staff person #2 file did not have a health assessment on file at the facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 19, 2026
3270.166(4) Bottles labeled
“During the complaint investigation on 4/21/26, representative observed an infant bottle unlabeled for child #1.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 21, 2026
3270.107 Refrigerator
“During a complaint investigation on 4/21/26, representative observed the refrigerator temperature in the infant room to be at 64 degrees.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 21, 2026
3270.111(a)/3270.111(c) Written plan/Promote development
“During a complaint investigation on 4/21/26, representative observed the preschool room on more than one occasion throughout the day to not be following the list of daily activities posted in this room. Children were observed to be in free play when we visited the room on 2 occasions. Representative did not observe any afternoon circle time as listed on the daily activities upon the return in the afternoon.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 29, 2026
3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1) Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children
“During a complaint investigation on 4/21/26, Staff #1 and #2 in the preschool room were unable to name all the children they were responsible for. There was a total of 16 preschoolers and staff #1 was able to name 6 preschoolers and staff #2 was able to name 7 preschoolers. There were 3 preschoolers which were unnamed during the investigation.”
Correction date in the state record: May 13, 2026
Apr 21, 2026Inspection5 rules cited
3270.151(c)(1)/3270.151(c)(2) Physical examination/Mantoux TB
“During a complaint investigation on 4/21/26, upon checking files for new staff, representative observed staff #1 health assessment on file (See code sheet for date of exam). The health assessment date appeared to be altered and the dates of the Mantoux test and reading also appeared to be altered. Staff 1 was questioned and stated that this is when their health assessment and Mantoux test occurred. The health care provider was contacted on 4/27/26 at 9:13am and reported last known visit and Mantoux testing did not occur on the date listed on the health assessment. The provider also stated they had no record of health assessment on staff #1. Staff person #1 did not have another valid health assessment on file at the facility. In addition, staff person #2 file did not have a health assessment on file at the facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 19, 2026
3270.166(4) Bottles labeled
“During the complaint investigation on 4/21/26, representative observed an infant bottle unlabeled for child #1.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 21, 2026
3270.107 Refrigerator
“During a complaint investigation on 4/21/26, representative observed the refrigerator temperature in the infant room to be at 64 degrees.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 21, 2026
3270.111(a)/3270.111(c) Written plan/Promote development
“During a complaint investigation on 4/21/26, representative observed the preschool room on more than one occasion throughout the day to not be following the list of daily activities posted in this room. Children were observed to be in free play when we visited the room on 2 occasions. Representative did not observe any afternoon circle time as listed on the daily activities upon the return in the afternoon.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 29, 2026
3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1) Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children
“During a complaint investigation on 4/21/26, Staff #1 and #2 in the preschool room were unable to name all the children they were responsible for. There was a total of 16 preschoolers and staff #1 was able to name 6 preschoolers and staff #2 was able to name 7 preschoolers. There were 3 preschoolers which were unnamed during the investigation.”
Correction date in the state record: May 13, 2026
Dec 15, 2025Inspection10 rules cited
3270.192(5) Two written references
“A renewal inspection was conducted on 12/15/2025. At that time, facility persons' files were reviewed. File for facility person #2 contained only one written, nonfamily reference.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 9, 2026
3270.134(a) Child's hands washed
“A renewal inspection was conducted on 12/15/2025. At that time, staff in the Infant/Toddler area were observed changing a toddler-aged child's diaper and placing the child back on the floor to play without washing the child's hands.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 9, 2026
3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(3) Immunization record/Dismissal policy
“A renewal inspection was conducted on 12/15/2025. At that time, a sample of children's files was reviewed. The immunization record on file for Child #3 did not include documentation of the second dose of Hepatitis A vaccine or the fourth dose of Pneumococcal vaccine. No medical, religious, or philosophical exemption was on file. Child #3 is preschool-aged (see LIS code sheet).”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 15, 2025
3270.131(b)(2) Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months
“A renewal inspection was conducted on 12/15/2025. At that time, a sample of children's files were reviewed. Most recent health assessment on file was dated 10/31/2024.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 9, 2026
3270.123(a)(6)/3270.124(b)(7) Admission date/Name/address/phone release person
“A renewal inspection was conducted on 12/15/2025. At that time, a sample of children's files were reviewed The following information was missing on documents in children's files: Child #1:. Date of admission was missing from the fee agreement. Child#3: Release persons' addresses were missing from the emergency contact form.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 9, 2026
3270.106(f) 2 feet apart
“A renewal inspection was conducted on 12/15/2025. At that time, cribs in the Infant/Toddler area were observed to not have at least 2 feet of space on three sides. The certification representative noted this during the initial walkthrough, and no children were in the cribs at that time. Technical assistance (TA) regarding the regulation was provided to the operator. During a subsequent walkthrough of the room during naptime, two cribs in use by infants were observed to not have at least 2 feet of space on three sides.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 9, 2026
3270.106(a)/3270.119 Clean, age appropriate/Infant sleep position
“A renewal inspection was conducted on 12/15/2025. At that time, an infant was observed sleeping in an infant bouncer seat during the certification representative's naptime walkthrough. When staff were alerted to the requirement that infants must sleep in cribs, the infant was placed in a crib on their belly. There was no medical documentation on file indicating that the infant must sleep in this position.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 9, 2026
3270.37(c) Aides supervised all times
“A renewal inspection was conducted on 12/15/2025. At that time, Facility Person #1, who is qualified as an aide, was observed caring for children unsupervised. Additionally, Facility Person #1 serves as the facility driver for transportation and reported that they transport children alone without another staff member accompanying them. The facility reported that transportation is provided for school-aged children only.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 9, 2026
3270.31(e)(4)(i) Age and Training
“A renewal inspection was conducted on 12/15/2025. At that time, facility persons' files were reviewed. Facility Person #2 did not complete pediatric first aid and CPR training on or before the expiration of their previous certification, which expired 11/30/2025. Documentation of updated training is on file dated 12/4/2025.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 9, 2025
3270.166(4) Bottles labeled
“A renewal inspection was conducted on 12/15/2025. At that time, several unlabeled bottles were observed in the Infant/Toddler area on the bottom floor of the facility. One bottle was observed in a cabinet, and the remaining bottles were observed in the closet.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 9, 2026
Sep 29, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
3270.27(d) Plan posted
“An initial inspection was conducted on 9/29/2025. At that time, facility's emergency plan was not posted in a conspicuous location.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 29, 2025
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FAQ
Questions about Andrew Child Care Center
Is Andrew Child Care Center licensed?
Yes. Andrew Child Care Center is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
When was Andrew Child Care Center last inspected?
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on September 15, 2026, with 5 rules cited. It lists 7 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Andrew Child Care Center had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 21 rules across 5 of 7 visits in the last 3 years; 21 show a correction in the state record. For comparison: 93% of Pennsylvania daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 14. A cited rule is what an inspector found on the day of a visit. It is not a rating of the daycare today.
How many children can Andrew Child Care Center care for?
56, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve school-age children.
Does Andrew Child Care Center accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Andrew Child Care Center's hours?
Monday to Friday, 5:00 AM to 12:00 AM; Saturday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Andrew Child Care Center cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (610) 743-3246 to ask.
What is Andrew Child Care Center's phone number?
(610) 743-3246.
Where is Andrew Child Care Center?
2645 Perkiomen Ave, Reading, PA 19606. The nearest other daycare we list is Antietam Academy, 0.2 miles away.