Jessica Family Day Care
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Childrens Journey is a child care center in Reading, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 64 children, serving school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM. It describes a Faith-based approach, with infant care, pre-k, preschool and toddler care.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 7 visits in the last 3 years and cited 71 rules across 7 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
Hours
| Monday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
| Ages | School-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Programs | Infant care, pre-k, preschool and toddler care |
| Approach | Faith-based (ministry of the Journey Fellowship) |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 64 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Childrens Journey has not listed its tuition.
State record
7 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Apr 8, 2026: 20 rules cited
Rules cited on 7 of 7 visits · 71 rules in all · 71 corrected
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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3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“During a renewal inspection on 4/8/26 Volunteers #4-9 did not have documentation of initial emergency plan training. The operator did not know Volunteers #4-9's date of hire/1st day volunteering but confirmed it was more than 90 days prior to the date of the inspection.”
Correction date in the state record: May 8, 2026
3270.27(e) Letter to parents
“During a renewal inspection on 4/8/26 the emergency plan letter to the parents did not include information regarding accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 10, 2026
3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL
“During a renewal inspection on 4/8/26 Volunteers #4-9 have not completed mandated reporter training within 90 days of their date of hire/1st day volunteering. The operator did not know Volunteers' date of hire/1st day volunteering but confirmed it was more than 90 days prior to the date of the inspection.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 8, 2026
3270.192(5) Two written references
“During a renewal inspection on 4/8/26 Facility Person 4-9 did not have 2 written references for each facility person attesting to their suitability to serve as Facility Persons.”
Correction date in the state record: May 8, 2026
3270.76/3270.77(a) Building Surfaces/No peeling paint or plaster
“During a renewal inspection on 4/8/26 Cert rep observed frays in the carpet on the bottom of the ramp (Room 2), and frays and holes in the Noah's Ark carpet (Room 2). Cert rep also observed metal fasteners on the top of the middle segments playground fence which had sharp ends at least inch long sticking into the playground area creating a piercing hazard. Additionally, Cert rep observed peeling paint on the middle right of the back wall of Room 2.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 8, 2026
3270.181(c) Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos
“During a renewal inspection on 4/8/26 Child 3's most parental review of the fee agreement was dated 7/7/25, which is more than 6 months ago.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 9, 2026
3270.181(a) Each child
“During a renewal inspection on 4/8/26 Children 2 and 6 did not have individual records. This was evidenced by Children 2 and 6's records were being maintained in the same file which was labeled with both of their names.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 10, 2026
3270.124(c) Each child care space
“During a renewal inspection on 4/8/26 Cert rep observed the emergency contact forms were not present in Room 5 for the children receiving care in Room 5.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 8, 2026
3270.37(b)(2) 8th grade & enrolled in training
“During a renewal inspection on 4/8/26 Staff 1's file had information the Staff 1 had completed at least 10th grade and had previous been enrolled in a early childhood training program, however the facility did not have information that this program met the requirements as described in 3270.31(c) with regards to the program hours. It was reported that Staff 1 was still enrolled in the program however Staff 1's file did not include verification of Staff 1's continued enrollment, nor that Staff 1 had completed at least the classroom training of the curriculum requirements. Staff 1 has been working as an aide.”
Correction date in the state record: May 8, 2026
3270.151(a)/3270.151(c)(2) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Mantoux TB
“During a renewal inspection on 4/8/26 Volunteers #4-9 did not have an initial health reports, and TB test results. The operator did not know Volunteers #4-9's 1st day volunteering but confirmed that they had all begun volunteering with the children.”
Correction date in the state record: May 8, 2026
3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible
“During a renewal inspection on 4/8/26 Cert rep observed deodorant which was labeled "Keep out of reach of children," in a Facility Person's personal bag, which was kept on an accessible shelf in Room 2.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 8, 2026
3270.131(b)(2) Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months
“During a renewal inspection on 4/8/26 preschool Child 4's most recent health report was dated 3/19/25, which is more than 12 months prior. Preschool Child 5's most recent health report was signed by a physician but was not dated. Child 5, did not have a health report that was dated within the previous 12 months. See LIS code sheet for dates of birth.”
Correction date in the state record: May 10, 2026
3270.66(a)/3270.66(d) Locked or inaccessible/Toxic plants not permitted
“During a renewal inspection on 4/8/26 Cert rep observed a Peace Lily plant, in childcare space Room 4, on an accessible shelf. Peace Lily's are toxic to humans.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 8, 2026
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“During a renewal inspection on 4/8/26 the following violations of the CPSL were noted: Staff # 3 had a PSP clearance request dated 8/14/23, but did not have the PSP clearance on file. It has been more than 45 days since Staff #3's first day with children. See LIS code sheet for first day with children. Volunteers 4-9 did not have a DHS FBI clearance, NSOR clearance, or signed and dated disclosure statement on file. Volunteer 8 had a volunteer PSP request dated 2/21/25, but did not have a PSP clearance on file. The operator did not know Volunteers' date of hire/1st day volunteering but confirmed that all had begun volunteering with children.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 21, 2026
3270.34(a)(6) Staff evaluations
“During a renewal inspection 4/8/26 Staff 2's most recent staff evaluation was dated 12/30/24 which is more than 12 months prior. Staff 2 was reported to have been on leave from 10/24/25 until mid January of 2026.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 10, 2026
3270.91(a) Stairs, exits, etc. unobstructed
“During a renewal inspection on 4/8/26 Cert rep observed a plastic chair obstructing the emergency exit door in Room 1.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 8, 2026
3270.124(b)(2) Physician name, address, phone
“During a renewal inspection on 4/8/26 Child 5's emergency contact form did not include the phone number for the child physician/source of medical care.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 10, 2026
3270.123(a)(4)/3270.123(a)(5) Arrival/departure times/Designated release persons
“During a renewal inspection on 4/8/26 Child 1's fee agreement did not include the arrival or departure times for the child, or the fee amount to be paid.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 10, 2026
3270.124(b)(3)/3270.124(b)(7) Parent home/work address, phone/Name/address/phone release person
“During a renewal inspection on 4/8/26 Children 2, 3, and 6's emergency contact forms did not include their parents' work address and phone number. Additionally Child 3's emergency contact form did not note the release person names, address or telephone numbers.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 10, 2026
3270.121(b) Given parents in writing
“During a renewal inspection on 4/8/26 it was reported that the daily schedule was not being provided to parents in writing at enrollment.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 8, 2026
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“During an allocated unannounced inspection on 12/12/25 Staff 1 was observed to be providing care and Staff 1 had a Department of Education FBI clearance on file dated 2/15/25, however they did not have a DHS FBI clearance or clearance request on file. (See LIS code sheet for first day with children.) Additionally Staff 1 was provisionally hired and their disclosure statement was not dated.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 9, 2026
3270.27(c) Training regarding plan
“During an allocated unannounced inspection on 12/12/25 Staff 1 completed emergency plan training on 12/12/25, which is more than 90 days since their date of hire. See LIS code sheet for date of hire(DOH).”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 12, 2025
3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible
“During an allocated unannounced inspection on 12/12/25 Cert rep observed Lysol wipes and Lysol spray in an unlocked cabinet under the right side of the sink in Room #3(Upstairs Large Room), and Lysol wipes, Lysol spray, Febreeze, and Fabuloso in the unlocked cabinet under the changing table in Room #2(Toddler Room). All of these items were labeled "Keep out of Reach of Children."”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 12, 2025
3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(iv) HS/GED + 2 yrs/Transcript, diploma and letters
“During an allocated unannounced inspection on 12/12/25 it was reported Staff 1 had at least 2500 hour experience working with children however 0 hours of experience with children was verified in Staff 1's file. Staff 1 had a high school diploma on file. Staff 1 has been working as an assistant group supervisor.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 12, 2025
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“During a renewal inspection 4/4/25 Cert rep noted the facility's emergency plan did not address continuity of operations.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 30, 2025
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“During a renewal inspection on 4/4/25-4/7/25 Cert rep noted Staff 1 did not renew their Child abuse clearances within 60 months. This is evidenced by child abuse clearances dated 7/12/19 and 9/16/24.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 24, 2025
3270.34(a)(6) Staff evaluations
“During a renewal inspection 4/4/25-4/7/25 Cert rep noted the most recent staff evaluation for Staff 3, 4, 6 and 7 was completed on 3/4/24. This is more than 12 months since the previous staff evaluations.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 24, 2025
3270.34(b)(3) Associate's + 3 yrs
“During a renewal inspection 4/4/25-4/7/25 Cert rep noted Staff 1 had a high school diploma, transcripts for 2 early childhood education certificates from an accredited college, and 7 years of childcare experience on file. Staff reported obtaining an associate's degree in early childhood education, however verification of the degree was not on file. Staff 1 has been working as director.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 24, 2025
3270.65 Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less
“During a renewal inspection on 4/4/25 Cert rep noted an accessible electrical outlet in the bathroom of the toddler room did not have a protective outlet cover. Children in this room are under the age of 5.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 24, 2025
3270.75(d) On excursions
“During a renewal inspection on 4/4/25 Cert rep observed the Preschool excursion first aid kit did not have a water bottle.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 24, 2025
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“During a renewal inspection on 4/4/25 Cert rep observed uneven sections of concrete resulting from a tree root pushing the concrete up in the outdoor playspace. This is a tripping hazard.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 30, 2025
3270.102(a) Clean and good repair
“During a renewal inspection on 4/4/25 Cert rep noted tears in the brown couch in the small preschool room, tears in the blue mat in the toddler room. Cert rep also observed an exposed screw with an accessible sharp point on the stairs going into the left main entrance of the facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 28, 2025
3270.121(b) Given parents in writing
“During a renewal inspection on 4/4/25 Cert rep noted the facility's general daily schedule, supervision policies, and transportation policies were not being provided to parents at the time of enrolment.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 30, 2025
3270.123(a)(4) Arrival/departure times
“During a renewal inspection 4/4/25-4/7/25 Cert rep noted Child 1's fee agreement did not have arrival and departure times of the child.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 25, 2025
3270.124(a) Each child emergency contact person
“During a renewal inspection on 4/7/25 Cert rep noted Child 4 did not have a phone number/contact information for the child's emergency contact.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 25, 2025
3270.124(b)(2)/3270.124(b)(6) Physician name, address, phone/Insurance coverage information
“During a renewal inspection on 4/7/25 Cert rep noted Child 5 did not have the name of the child's physican/medical care. Child 3's emergency contact did not have the health insurance policy number.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 25, 2025
3270.124(b)(3) Parent home/work address, phone
“During a renewal inspection 4/4/25-4/7/25 Cert rep noted Child 1's emergency contact form did not have home address, work address and work phone number for the parents.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 25, 2025
3270.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person
“During a renewal inspection 4/4/25-4/7/25 Cert rep noted Child 2's emergency contact form did not have addresses for the release persons and Child 5's emergency contact form did not have phone numbers for the release persons.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 25, 2025
3270.124(c) Each child care space
“During a renewal inspection on 4/4/25 Cert rep observed Child 1's emergency contact form was not present in the small preschool room while Child 1 was receiving care in that room.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 25, 2025
3270.124(d)/3270.124(e) Excursions/Written emergency plan posted
“During a renewal inspection on 4/4/425 Staff reported that children's emergency contact forms are not taking with staff during transportation of school aged children to and from school. Staff reported that the emergency medical transportation plan was not taken with staff when children left for transportation, excursions or field trips.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 25, 2025
3270.131(b)(1) Infant: updated health report every 6 months
“During a renewal inspection on 4/7/25 Cert rep noted Child 3(young toddler)'s most recent health assessment was dated 9/25/24. This is more than 6 months old. (see code sheet for date of birth).”
Correction date in the state record: May 30, 2025
3270.133(5) Original label
“During a renewal inspection on 4/4/25 Cert rep observed three expired diaper creams in the toddler room: Aquaphor(expired 10/2024), Desitin (expired 2/2024), and Zinc Oxide Cream (expired 10/2024)”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 25, 2025
3270.135(a)(3) Disposable diapers
“During a renewal inspection on 4/4/25 Cert rep observed the trash cans used for the disposal of soiled diapers in the toddler and infant rooms were not handsfree due to the hand-free mechanisms being broken.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 25, 2025
3270.151(a) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter
“During a renewal inspection 4/4/25-4/7/25 Cert rep noted more than 24 months between health assessments for the following staff: Staff 2(8/13/21 & 3/5/24), Staff 4 (5/30/22 & 2/28/25), Staff 5 (12/6/22 & 2/25/25) and Staff 6 (2/18/22 & 4/26/24).”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 25, 2025
3270.182(3)/3270.182(5) Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission/Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission
“During a renewal inspection on 4/7/25 Child 4 did not have consent for emergency medical care and administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 25, 2025
3270.182(8) Copy of initial and subsequent agreements. Parent receives original.
“During a renewal inspection on 4/7/25 Staff reported that only the most current fee agreements for enrolled children are in the files. Staff reported previous (initial and subsequent) fee agreements for all children currently enrolled were removed from the files and are no longer able to be accessed.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 25, 2025
3270.25(a) Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations
“During a renewal inspection 4/4/25 Cert rep observed the facility did not have a means to access the 3270 regulations electronically.”
Correction date in the state record: May 2, 2025
3270.27(a)(1)/3270.27(a)(5) Emergency plan/Emergency plan
“During a renewal inspection 4/4/25 Cert rep noted the facility's emergency plan did not address lockdown emergencies or accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.”
Correction date in the state record: May 13, 2025
3270.31(e) Age and Training
“During a renewal inspection 4/4/25-4/7/25 Cert rep noted Staff 4 (Training year 9/2023-9/2024) and Staff 7 (Training year 8/2023-8/2024) only completed 9.5 hours and 10.5 hours respectively during their training years.”
Correction date in the state record: May 17, 2025
3270.171(a) Pick-up and drop-off points
“During a renewal inspection on 4/4/25 Cert rep noted an annual traffic letter was sent on 4/4/25. This is more 12 months since the previous letter sent 3/20/23.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 25, 2025
3270.182(7) Reports of accidents, injuries and illnesses. Original report - parent same day Copy - facility accident file. Copy - child's file
“During an unannounced inspection on 2/24/25 Cert rep observed Child 1 had an injury/incident report dated 2/14/25 in the facility accident, injury, illness file, but there was not a copy in the child's file. Staff reported that the facility was not maintaining a copy of accident, injuries and illness reports in the children's files.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 20, 2025
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“During an unannounced inspection on 2/24/25 Cert rep noted 3 incidents of more than 30 days between fire detection testing: 6/14/24-7/18/24, 9/21/24-10/22/24, and 1/3/25-2/3/25.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 20, 2025
3270.106(f) 2 feet apart
“During a complaint investigation on 5/21/24, it was observed in the toddler room that there was not at least 2 feet of space on at least 3 sides of the rest equipment in use by the children.”
Correction date in the state record: May 22, 2024
3270.119 Infant sleep position
“During a complaint investigation on 5/21/24, it was observed upon entering the infant room that 2 infants were sleeping in two separate swings which is not the sleeping position recommended by the AAP. There was no documentation provided by the facility showing there was a medical reason that the children were sleeping in this position.”
Correction date in the state record: May 22, 2024
3270.20(a)(1)/3270.20(b) Inpatient hospitalization or ER treatment of child/Mail or deliver written report to regional office within 72 hours
“On 5/16/24, information was received regarding a child in care at the facility being taken to a hospital to receive emergency medical care on 5/15/24. Staff at the facility were questioned on 5/21/24, and the facility was aware of the child's treatment at the ER. However, the facility themselves did not report this event within 24 hours to the NE regional office and did not provide a written report of the incident within 72 hours as required.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 15, 2024
3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1) Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children
“On 5/15/24, it was observed on video that child #1 was able to leave the SA room in a walker alone, go through the kitchen space, and then fall down 3 stairs before staff person #1, who had the child in their primary care group, noticed that the child left the room. According to the video and statements, there was approximately a 60 second lapse in time between the child leaving the room to the staff recovering the child from the fall in the walker. In addition, during the complaint investigation on 5/21/24, it was observed in the PreK room that staff did not establish their primary care groups. There were 17 children present with staff #3, #4, and #1. When asked, only staff person #3 stated that they had a care group and the responsibility of 5 children in that child care space. The other 12 children were not assigned to a care group.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 18, 2024
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“It was observed that the SA room leads directly into the kitchen space with 2 doors present between the kitchen and the SA room. Only one of the two doors contained a childproof lock to limit access to that kitchen space. Through the kitchen space there is a doorway that leads down a small set of 3 stairs to the hallway of the lower level of the building. It was observed that child #1 made their way through the kitchen space in a walker and fell down these stairs while in that walker. There was nothing limiting the child's access to both the hazards in the kitchen space or the hazards of the stairs while in the mobile walker.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 18, 2024
3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1) Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children
“On 5/15/24, it was observed on video that child #1 was able to leave the SA room in a walker alone, go through the kitchen space, and then fall down 3 stairs before staff person #1, who had the child in their primary care group, noticed that the child left the room. According to the video and statements, there was approximately a 60 second lapse in time between the child leaving the room to the staff recovering the child from the fall in the walker. In addition, during the complaint investigation on 5/21/24, it was observed in the PreK room that staff did not establish their primary care groups. There were 17 children present with staff #3, #4, and #1. When asked, only staff person #3 stated that they had a care group and the responsibility of 5 children in that child care space. The other 12 children were not assigned to a care group.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 18, 2024
3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1) Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children
“On 5/15/24, it was observed on video that child #1 was able to leave the SA room in a walker alone, go through the kitchen space, and then fall down 3 stairs before staff person #1, who had the child in their primary care group, noticed that the child left the room. According to the video and statements, there was approximately a 60 second lapse in time between the child leaving the room to the staff recovering the child from the fall in the walker. In addition, during the complaint investigation on 5/21/24, it was observed in the PreK room that staff did not establish their primary care groups. There were 17 children present with staff #3, #4, and #1. When asked, only staff person #3 stated that they had a care group and the responsibility of 5 children in that child care space. The other 12 children were not assigned to a care group.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 18, 2024
3270.182(7) Reports of accidents, injuries and illnesses. Original report - parent same day Copy - facility accident file. Copy - child's file
“It was observed that child #1 had visible injuries to their face after falling down 3 steps while in a walker, but the facility stated they did not provide to the family an incident report the day of the incident.”
Correction date in the state record: May 22, 2024
3270.54(a) Two facility persons present in facility
“It was stated by facility staff that on 5/15/24, staff person #1 left for the day leaving staff person #2 alone at the facility with child #1 and child #2 from approximately 5:20-5:30pm.”
Correction date in the state record: May 22, 2024
3270.182(3)/3270.182(5) Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission/Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission
“On 4/19/2024, the emergency contact information for Child #2 did not include signed written parental consent for emergency medical for the child and also did not contain signed written parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 22, 2024
3270.133(2) Written instructions
“On 4/16/2024, an inhaler was observed in the medication bag in the Pre-K Counts classroom that did not contain the prescription label or any label with written instructions for administration from the individual who prescribed the medicine.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 16, 2024
3270.131(b)(1) Infant: updated health report every 6 months
“On 4/19/2024, the most recent health report on file for Child #2 was dated 3/21/2023. The most recent health report on file for Child #3 was dated 12/13/2022. Both children are young toddlers.”
Correction date in the state record: May 6, 2024
3270.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person
“On 4/19/2024, the emergency contact information for Child #2 did not include the address and telephone number for the individual that was designated by the parent as a release person. See LIS code sheet.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 22, 2024
3270.111(b) Posted in group space
“On 4/16/2024, the preschool classroom did not have a written schedule of daily activities posted.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 16, 2024
3270.106(a) Clean, age appropriate
“On 4/16/2024, rest cots in the toddler room were numbered, but there was no chart in the room to show what cots were labeled for the use of a specific child.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 16, 2024
3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training
“Staff #3 did not complete the required pre-service health and safety training within 90 days of hire. It was completed on 3/20/2024. See LIS code sheet.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 20, 2024
3270.31(e)(4)(i) Age and Training
“Staff #2 now has current certification in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) as of 4/17/2024. However, the previous certification in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) on file for Staff #2 expired on 3/31/2024.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 17, 2024
3270.131(a) Health information
“On 4/19/2024, Child #1, an infant did not have an initial health report on file. See LIS code sheet.”
Correction date in the state record: May 6, 2024
3270.151(a) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter
“On 4/16/2024, Staff #1 had a current health assessment on file dated 4/7/2024. However, the previous health assessment that was on file for Staff #1 was dated 8/2/2021.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 7, 2024
3270.151(a)/3270.151(c)(2) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Mantoux TB
“On 5/2/2023, the health assessment with a tuberculosis screening required at initial employment on file for Staff #1 was dated 8/26/2021. Staff #2 did not have an initial health assessment with a tuberculosis screening conducted until 1/13/2023. See LIS code sheet.”
Correction date in the state record: May 30, 2023
3270.131(a)/3270.131(e) Health information/ACIP recommended immunization record
“On 5/2/2023, Child #1 did not have an initial report or immunization record on file. Child #3 did not have an initial health report on file. See LIS code sheet.”
Correction date in the state record: May 30, 2023
3270.175(c) Manufacturer's instructions used
“On 4/19/2023, two expired booster seats were observed inside the vans at the facility that are used to transport children. The instructions on these two booster seats read do not use this child restraint after 2020.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 19, 2023
3270.31(f)(10) Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR
“Staff persons #2, #11, #14 and #15 did 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). They each completed pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) on 1/14/2023.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 19, 2023
3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training
“Staff persons #2, #3, #5, #6, #8, #9, #10, #11, #12, #14 and #15 did not complete the required one-hour 2022 update to the health and safety training by 12/30/2022. These were all completed at the time of the inspection.”
Correction date in the state record: May 2, 2023
3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL
“Staff persons #2, #11, #14 and #15 did not complete the mandated reporter training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet). They all had the mandated reporter training completed at the time of the inspection.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 19, 2023
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“On 5/2/2023, Staff #7 had a volunteer child abuse clearance on file. Staff #2 had current clearances on file. However, the state police and child abuse clearances for Staff #2 were dated 1/9/2023. Staff #8 had current clearances on file. However, the state police and child abuse clearances were updated on 9/16/2022 and the DHS FBI clearance was updated on 9/20/2022. The previous clearances on file for Staff #8 were dated as follows: 6/14/2017 for the state police and DHS FBI clearances and 6/20/2017 for the child abuse clearance. See LIS code sheet.”
Correction date in the state record: May 31, 2023
3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training
“Staff persons #2, #3, #7, #11, #13, #14 and #15 have not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): The required pre-service health and safety training.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 1, 2023
3270.111(b) Posted in group space
“On 4/19/2023, the written plan of daily activities was not posted in the preschool classroom.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 19, 2023
3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(3) Immunization record/Dismissal policy
“On 5/2/2023, the file for Child #1 did not include documentation of any of the immunizations according to recommendations of the ACIP. Child #2 did not have did not have documentation of the following up-to-date immunizations on file: Rotavirus, DTAP, HIB, Pneumococcal and Polio as recommended by the ACIP. Child #4 did not have documentation of the annual influenza immunization as recommended by the ACIP. The files for Child #1, Child #2 and Child #4 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.”
Correction date in the state record: May 2, 2023
3270.131(d)(5) Immunization record
“Child files were reviewed on 4/19/2022. There were not any immunizations documented after May 22, 2018 on file for Child #1.There also was not an exemption from immunization for religious belief or strong personal objection equated to a religious belief documented by a written, signed and dated statement from the child's parent or guardian on file for Child #1 to exempt Child #1 from being immunized according to recommendations of the ACIP. See code sheet for date of enrollment.”
Correction date in the state record: May 30, 2022
3270.76/3270.77(a) Building Surfaces/No peeling paint or plaster
“During the Renewal Inspection on 4/19/2022, peeling and chipped paint was observed near the door and the windows to the small building located on the outdoor playground. Cracked and rotted wood was also observed near the windows.”
Correction date in the state record: May 30, 2022
3270.63/3270.115(a)(3) Unsafe Areas in Outdoor Space/Above-ground pool inaccessible
“During the Renewal Inspection on 4/19/2022, an aboveground swimming pool was observed on the outdoor playground at the facility. It was observed that the pool sides are collapsing, that dirty water was in the pool, and there was nothing around the pool to make it inaccessible to children.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 30, 2022
3270.34(a)(6) Staff evaluations
“On 4/19/2022, Staff #8 and Staff #9 did not have written evaluations on file that were completed within the previous 12 months.”
Correction date in the state record: May 2, 2022
3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL
“During the review of staff files on 4/19/2022, it was observed that each of following staff: Staff #1, Staff #3, Staff #4, and Staff #5 have not completed an approved mandated reporter training. All four of these staff members been employed at the facility for longer than 90 days. See code sheet for dates of hire.”
Correction date in the state record: May 16, 2022
3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training
“During the review of staff files on 4/19/2022, it was observed that each of following staff: Staff #1, Staff #2, Staff #3, Staff #4, and Staff #5 have not completed professional development in the required health and safety basics. All five of these staff members been employed at the facility for longer than 90 days. See code sheet for dates of hire.”
Correction date in the state record: May 16, 2022
3270.31(e)(4)(i)/3270.31(f)(10) Age and Training/Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR
“During the review of staff files on 4/19/2022, it was observed that each of following staff: Staff #1, Staff #2, Staff #3, Staff #4, and Staff #5 have not completed professional development in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). All five of these staff members been employed at the facility for longer than 90 days. See code sheet for dates of hire. In addition, the certification in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) on file for Staff #6, Staff #7 and Staff #8 expired on 3/31/2022.”
Correction date in the state record: May 3, 2022
3270.182(3)/3270.182(5) Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission/Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission
“Child files were reviewed on 4/19/2022. The record for Child #1, Child #2 and Child #3 did not contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child. These records also did not contain signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff. See code sheet for dates of enrollment.”
Correction date in the state record: May 16, 2022
3270.111(b) Posted in group space
“During the Renewal Inspection on 4/19/2022, the written plan of daily activities was not posted in the school age classroom and was also not in the preschool classroom.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 19, 2022
3270.161(a) Wholesome
“A Complaint Inspection was conducted on 10/19/2021. There were 12 Trix yogurts labeled with a use-by date of 10/4/2021 observed in the the refrigerator at the facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 19, 2021
3270.136(d) Communicate report to DOH
“During a Complaint Inspection on 8/18/2021, Staff #1, the operator admitted that a positive COVID-19 case in the facility that was confirmed on 8/9/2021 was not reported to the Department of Health. The Regional OCDEL office was not notified until 8/18/2021.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 19, 2021
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Reading, PA 19601 · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
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FAQ
Yes. Childrens Journey is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on April 8, 2026, with 20 rules cited. It lists 7 visits in the last 3 years.
Yes. Inspectors cited 71 rules across 7 of 7 visits in the last 3 years; 71 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.
64, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve school-age children.
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
It has not listed its tuition. Call (610) 921-0770 to ask.
(610) 921-0770.
600 Alton Ave, Reading, PA 19605. The nearest other daycare we list is New Star Child Care Center, 0.2 miles away.