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Joy Garden Creative Center
- licensed capacity
- 37
- open each week
- 5 days
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About Joy Garden Creative Center
Joy Garden Creative Center is a child care center in Reading, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 37 children, serving school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 5:45 PM. It describes a Bilingual / immersion and Montessori approach, with toddler care.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 7 visits in the last 3 years and cited 48 rules across 7 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
MontessoriSchool-ageAccepts child care subsidyOpens before 7 AMBilingual program
Ages served: school-age children
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- School-age children
- Hours today
- 6:30 AM to 5:45 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 37 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 6:30 AM to 5:45 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:30 AM to 5:45 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:30 AM to 5:45 PM |
| Thursday | 6:30 AM to 5:45 PM |
| Friday | 6:30 AM to 5:45 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | School-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Programs | Toddler care |
| Approach | Bilingual / immersion (bi-language (languages not specified)), Montessori |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 37 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
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State record
Inspection reports for Joy Garden Creative Center
License
- Status
- Certified by the state and operating
- License type
- Certificate of Compliance
- Capacity
- 37 children
- Ages
- School-age children
- License number
- #CER-00245452
Summary
7 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Sep 16, 2026: 9 rules cited
Rules cited on 7 of 7 visits · 48 rules in all · 43 corrected
- Health, medication and illness 12
- Staff training and qualifications 10
- Supervision and ratios 10
- Records and paperwork 6
- Safety and hazards 5
- Discipline and child guidance 2
- Background checks 2
- Transportation 1
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 16, 2026Inspection9 rules cited
3270.124(b)(2) Physician name, address, phone
“During the renewal inspection on 9/16/26, Certification Representative reviewed child files and child #1 did not have the address of their physician on the emergency contact form.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 1, 2026
3270.123(a)(3) Services proceeded
“During the renewal inspection on 9/16/26, Certification Representative reviewed child files and child #1, #2, and #3 did not have updated CSR's every 6 months. Last one completed for all children was in 4/2026 and previous was 4/2025.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 1, 2026
3270.37(b)(2) 8th grade & enrolled in training
“During the renewal inspection on 9/16/26, Certification Representative reviewed staff files and staff person #2 did not complete the 400 hours of classroom training and had worked as an aide.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 1, 2026
3270.31(e)(4)(i) Age and Training
“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 expired 1-9-26. Documentation of updated Pediatric first aid and CPR training is not on file.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 1, 2026
3270.182(5) Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission
“During the renewal inspection on 9/16/26, Certification Representative reviewed child files and child #3 did not have the consent for minor first-aid signed.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 1, 2026
3270.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person
“During the renewal inspection on 9/16/26, Certification Representative reviewed child files and child #1 and #2 did not have the release person's address and child # 1 did not have the release person's phone number on the emergency contact form.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 1, 2026
3270.124(b)(4) Written consent
“During the renewal inspection on 9/16/26, Certification Representative reviewed child files and child #3 did not have the consent for emergency medical care signed.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 1, 2026
3270.124(b)(3) Parent home/work address, phone
“During the renewal inspection on 9/16/26, Certification Representative reviewed child files and child #1, #2, and #3 did not have the parent's work address or work phone number on the emergency contact form.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 1, 2026
3270.182(6) Signed parental consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading
“During the renewal inspection on 9/16/26, Certification Representative reviewed child files and child #2 did not have the consent for walking excursions signed.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 1, 2026
Sep 11, 2025Inspection14 rules cited
3270.27(a)(6) Emergency plan
“A renewal inspection was conducted on 9/11/2025. During that time, last emergency drill log on file at the facility was dated 9/7/2023.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 12, 2025
3270.27(a)(5) Emergency plan
“A renewal inspection was conducted on 9/11/2025. At that time, the facility's letter explaining the emergency plan did not include accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, or children with chronic medical conditions.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 12, 2025
3270.192(5) Two written references
“A renewal inspection was conducted on 9/11/2025. At that time, staff files were reviewed. Staff person #1's file contained a reference written by their sister.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 16, 2025
3270.171(c) Safe routes posted
“A renewal inspection was conducted on 9/11/2025. During that time, pick-up and drop-off procedures were not posted in a conspicuous location in the child care facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 12, 2025
3270.151(a)/3270.151(c)(2) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Mantoux TB
“A renewal inspection was conducted on 9/11/2025. At that time, staff files were reviewed. Initial health assessment and TB testing on file for staff person #4 are dated 4/29/2025, which is after their start date (see LIS code sheet for start date).”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 12, 2025
3270.131(d)(7) Free from contagious/communicable disease
“A renewal inspection was conducted on 9/11/2025. At that time, a sample of children's files were reviewed. Health assessment dated 7/2/2025 on file for child #1 does not include a statement that the child is able to participate in child care and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 18, 2025
3270.124(c) Each child care space
“A renewal inspection was conducted on 9/11/2025. At that time, emergency contact form for child #3 was not present in the Sunflower Room, where child was receiving care.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 15, 2025
3270.124(b)(3) Parent home/work address, phone
“A renewal inspection was conducted on 9/11/2025. At that time, a sample of children's files were reviewed. The following information was missing from emergency contact forms: Child #2: Both parents' work addresses and work telephone numbers. Child #3: Both parents' work addresses and work telephone numbers. Child #4: Both parents' work telephone numbers.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 18, 2025
3270.111(b) Posted in group space
“A renewal inspection was conducted on 9/11/2025. At that time, daily activities were not posted in the office (room 3), which is measured child care space.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 12, 2025
3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible
“A renewal inspection was conducted on 9/11/2025. At that time, several cleaning materials labeled "keep out of reach of children" were observed in a closet off of Room 4. Closet door was open and had a plastic gate propped against the doorframe. The gate was not secured and could easily be moved. Additionally, [name] floor cleaner and Goo Gone, both labeled "keep out of reach of children" were observed in the cabinet under the sink in the Lily Room. The cabinet was not locked and therefore accessible to children.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 18, 2025
3270.65 Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less
“A renewal inspection was conducted on 9/11/2025. At that time, an uncovered outlet was observed in the Lily Room near the refrigerator. Outlet was accessible to preschool-aged children.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 12, 2025
3270.35(b) Group sup qualifications
“A renewal inspection was conducted on 9/11/2025. At that time, staff files were reviewed. Staff person #1 and staff person #2 were listed as Group Supervisors. A review of their qualifications determined that they qualify as Assistant Group Supervisors.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 11, 2025
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“A renewal inspection was conducted on 9/11/2025. At that time, staff files were reviewed. Staff person #3's file had NSOR clearance dated 4/30/2025 which was after their start date. Staff person #4's file had NSOR clearance dated 3/5/2025 which was after their start date. Staff person #4 also had a DHS FBI clearance on file dated 3/12/2025. There was no copy of request on file stating when fingerprints were completed for DHS FBI clearance (see LIS code sheet for start dates).”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 11, 2025
3270.31(f)(10) Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR
“A renewal inspection was conducted on 9/11/2025. At that time, staff files were reviewed. Certificate for pediatric first-aid/CPR training on file for staff person #4 is dated 8/12/2025, which is more than 90 days after hire date (see LIS code sheet for hire date).”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 12, 2025
Mar 12, 2025Complaint investigation1 rule cited
3270.17(a) Accommodate a child with special needs
“During a complaint investigation it was discovered that therapists were not being allowed into facility to work with children.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 8, 2025
Jan 7, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“During unannounced monitoring conducted on 11/19/2024, Staff person #2 and staff person #3 were observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person #2 has not completed the following pre-service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: CCDBG Health and Safety training. Staff person #3 has not completed the following pre-service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: CCDBG Health and Safety training or mandated reporter training. An acceptable plan of correction was received with a correction date of 11/20/2024. When certification representative returned for unannounced monitoring on 1/7/2025, Staff person #1, staff person #4, and staff person #5 were observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person #1, staff person #4, and staff person #5 have not completed the following pre-service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: Pediatric first-aid/CPR from PQAS instructor.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 15, 2025
Dec 10, 2024Complaint investigation3 rules cited
3270.51/3270.52 Similar Age Level/Mixed Age Level
“During unannounced monitoring conducted 11/19/2024, staff person #6 was alone in the Lily Room with 12 preschool-aged children. Additionally, there were 13 children total in the Sunflower Room, ranging from young to older toddler. Staff person #2 identified 3 young toddlers as being in their group and staff person #3 first identified 3 young toddlers in their group. Staff person #3 was reminded that they were assigned an additional child and then identified that child as being in their group. Staff person #4 identified 6 older toddlers as being in their group. Prior to visiting the Sunflower Room, certification representative was verifying corrections from previous inspection summary and staff person #4 was accompanying certification representative throughout the facility without their assigned group, leaving staff person #2 and staff person #3 to supervise the 13 children. An acceptable plan of correction was received with a correction date of 11/19/2024. When certification representative returned to facility on 12/10/2024 for a complaint investigation, it was verified that on 12/5/2024, a representative from an outside agency observed the Lily Room to have 13 preschool-aged children and one staff member. Staff person #4 was informed that she needed to be in the Lily Room until another staff person arrived. Staff person #4 was observed to leave the classroom for 2 minutes and the other staff member leave the classrooms for 2 to 3 minutes.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 10, 2024
3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1) Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children
“During renewal inspection conducted 10/3/2024, staff person #1 and staff person #2 were in the Sunflower Room during naptime. Both staff persons stated that there were 14 children total in the room, ranging from young to older toddler. Staff person #1 and staff person #2 each identified 5 children as being assigned to their individual groups, totaling 10 children. When asked about this, staff stated that the other staff member in the room assigned to the remaining 4 children is on break. Rep advised that all children must be accounted for. Staff understood and each took 2 additional children. Staff person #1 and staff person #2 were able to correctly identify all children in the room and each had a total of 7 children in their individual groups prior to rep departing room. An acceptable plan of correction was received with a correction date of 10/3/2024. When certification representative returned for unannounced monitoring on 11/19/2024, there were 13 children total in the Sunflower Room, ranging from young to older toddler. Staff person #2 identified 3 young toddlers as being in their group and staff person #3 first identified 3 young toddlers in their group. Staff person #3 was reminded that they were assigned an additional child and then identified that child as being in their group. Staff person #4 identified 6 older toddlers as being in their group. Prior to visiting the Sunflower Room, certification representative was verifying corrections from previous inspection summary and staff person #4 was accompanying certification representative throughout the facility without their assigned group, leaving staff person #2 and staff person #3 to supervise the 13 children. An acceptable plan of correction was received with a correction date of 11/19/2024. When certification representative returned to facility on 12/10/2024 for a complaint investigation, it was verified that on 12/5/2024, a representative from an outside agency observed the Lily Room to have 13 preschool-aged children and one staff member. Staff person #4 was informed that she needed to be in the Lily Room until another staff person arrived. Staff person #4 was observed to leave the classroom for 2 minutes and the other staff member leave the classrooms for 2 to 3 minutes. The legal entity is in the process of arranging for all staff to receive a minimum of three (3) hours of training regarding Supervision/Ratios. The training will be PQAS approved, in-person, and outside of childcare hours.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 19, 2024
3270.51/3270.52 Similar Age Level/Mixed Age Level
“During unannounced monitoring conducted 11/19/2024, staff person #6 was alone in the Lily Room with 12 preschool-aged children. Additionally, there were 13 children total in the Sunflower Room, ranging from young to older toddler. Staff person #2 identified 3 young toddlers as being in their group and staff person #3 first identified 3 young toddlers in their group. Staff person #3 was reminded that they were assigned an additional child and then identified that child as being in their group. Staff person #4 identified 6 older toddlers as being in their group. Prior to visiting the Sunflower Room, certification representative was verifying corrections from previous inspection summary and staff person #4 was accompanying certification representative throughout the facility without their assigned group, leaving staff person #2 and staff person #3 to supervise the 13 children. An acceptable plan of correction was received with a correction date of 11/19/2024. When certification representative returned to facility on 12/10/2024 for a complaint investigation, it was verified that on 12/5/2024, a representative from an outside agency observed the Lily Room to have 13 preschool-aged children and one staff member. Staff person #4 was informed that she needed to be in the Lily Room until another staff person arrived. Staff person #4 was observed to leave the classroom for 2 minutes and the other staff member leave the classrooms for 2 to 3 minutes.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 20, 2024
Nov 19, 2024Inspection7 rules cited
3270.75(c) Has all items
“During unannounced monitoring conducted 11/19/2024, first-aid kit in Room 4 (entryway) did not contain scissors or soap.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 20, 2024
3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1) Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children
“During renewal inspection conducted 10/3/2024, staff person #1 and staff person #2 were in the Sunflower Room during naptime. Both staff persons stated that there were 14 children total in the room, ranging from young to older toddler. Staff person #1 and staff person #2 each identified 5 children as being assigned to their individual groups, totaling 10 children. When asked about this, staff stated that the other staff member in the room assigned to the remaining 4 children is on break. Rep advised that all children must be accounted for. Staff understood and each took 2 additional children. Staff person #1 and staff person #2 were able to correctly identify all children in the room and each had a total of 7 children in their individual groups prior to rep departing room. An acceptable plan of correction was received with a correction date of 10/3/2024. When certification representative returned for unannounced monitoring on 11/19/2024, there were 13 children total in the Sunflower Room, ranging from young to older toddler. Staff person #2 identified 3 young toddlers as being in their group and staff person #3 first identified 3 young toddlers in their group. Staff person #3 was reminded that they were assigned an additional child and then identified that child as being in their group. Staff person #4 identified 6 older toddlers as being in their group. Prior to visiting the Sunflower Room, certification representative was verifying corrections from previous inspection summary and staff person #4 was accompanying certification representative throughout the facility without their assigned group, leaving staff person #2 and staff person #3 to supervise the 13 children.”
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“During unannounced monitoring conducted 11/19/2024, disclosure statements on file for staff person #3 and staff person #6 were not dated.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 20, 2024
3270.151(a)/3270.151(c)(2) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Mantoux TB
“During renewal inspection conducted on 10/3/2024, there was no initial health assessment or TB test results on file for staff person #2 or staff person #5. An acceptable plan of correction was received with a correction date of 10/16/2024. When certification representative returned for unannounced monitoring on 11/19/2024, there was no initial health assessment or TB test results on file for staff person #3.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 2, 2024
3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1) Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children
“During renewal inspection conducted 10/3/2024, staff person #1 and staff person #2 were in the Sunflower Room during naptime. Both staff persons stated that there were 14 children total in the room, ranging from young to older toddler. Staff person #1 and staff person #2 each identified 5 children as being assigned to their individual groups, totaling 10 children. When asked about this, staff stated that the other staff member in the room assigned to the remaining 4 children is on break. Rep advised that all children must be accounted for. Staff understood and each took 2 additional children. Staff person #1 and staff person #2 were able to correctly identify all children in the room and each had a total of 7 children in their individual groups prior to rep departing room. An acceptable plan of correction was received with a correction date of 10/3/2024. When certification representative returned for unannounced monitoring on 11/19/2024, there were 13 children total in the Sunflower Room, ranging from young to older toddler. Staff person #2 identified 3 young toddlers as being in their group and staff person #3 first identified 3 young toddlers in their group. Staff person #3 was reminded that they were assigned an additional child and then identified that child as being in their group. Staff person #4 identified 6 older toddlers as being in their group. Prior to visiting the Sunflower Room, certification representative was verifying corrections from previous inspection summary and staff person #4 was accompanying certification representative throughout the facility without their assigned group, leaving staff person #2 and staff person #3 to supervise the 13 children.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 19, 2024
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“During unannounced monitoring conducted on 11/19/2024, Staff person #2 and staff person #3 were observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person #2 has not completed the following pre-service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: CCDBG Health and Safety training. Staff person #3 has not completed the following pre-service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: CCDBG Health and Safety training or mandated reporter training.”
3270.51/3270.52 Similar Age Level/Mixed Age Level
“During unannounced monitoring conducted 11/19/2024, staff person #6 was alone in the Lily Room with 12 preschool-aged children. Additionally, there were 13 children total in the Sunflower Room, ranging from young to older toddler. Staff person #2 identified 3 young toddlers as being in their group and staff person #3 first identified 3 young toddlers in their group. Staff person #3 was reminded that they were assigned an additional child and then identified that child as being in their group. Staff person #4 identified 6 older toddlers as being in their group. Prior to visiting the Sunflower Room, certification representative was verifying corrections from previous inspection summary and staff person #4 was accompanying certification representative throughout the facility without their assigned group, leaving staff person #2 and staff person #3 to supervise the 13 children.”
Oct 3, 2024Inspection13 rules cited
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 renewal inspection conducted 10/3/2024, emergency contact form for child #1 does not contain signed parental consents for minor first-aid or emergency medical care.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 7, 2024
3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training
“During renewal inspection conducted 10/3/2024, staff person #3 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Pediatric first-aid/CPR from PQAS instructor.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 11, 2024
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“During renewal inspection conducted 10/3/2024, fire detection testing log indicated that smoke alarms were tested past 30 days on the following occasions: 12/8/2023-1/8/2024 and 3/4/2024-4/4/2024.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 4, 2024
3270.151(a)/3270.151(c)(2) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Mantoux TB
“During renewal inspection conducted on 10/3/2024, there was no initial health assessment or TB test results on file for staff person #2 or staff person #5.”
3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(3) Immunization record/Dismissal policy
“During renewal inspection conducted 10/3/2024, immunization summary on file for child #5 does not indicate that child is immunized according to the recommendations. Child #5 has received 3 of 4 doses of DTAP vaccine and 1 of 2 doses of Hep A vaccine. Child #5 is a young toddler (see LIS code sheet). There is no exemption on file.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 9, 2024
3270.131(b)(2) Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months
“During renewal inspection conducted 10/3/2024, last health assessment on file for child #3 is dated 9/19/2023, which is past 12 months.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 4, 2024
3270.124(b)(3)/3270.124(b)(7) Parent home/work address, phone/Name/address/phone release person
“During renewal inspection conducted 10/3/2024, the following information was missing from children's emergency contact forms: Child #2: father's address, who is also listed as a release person. Child #5: release person's address and phone number.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 9, 2024
3270.123(a)(3)/3270.123(a)(5) Services proceeded/Designated release persons
“During renewal inspection conducted 10/3/2024, the following information was missing from children's files: Child #1: Release person(s) on fee agreement. Last child service report (CSR) on file is dated 2/8/2024, which is past 6 months. Child #2: Last child service report (CSR) on file is dated 1/16/2024, which is past 6 months. Child #3: Last child service report (CSR) on file is dated 1/31/2024, which is past 6 months. Child #4: Last child service report (CSR) on file is dated 1/29/2024, which is past 6 months..”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 7, 2024
3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1) Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children
“During renewal inspection conducted 10/3/2024, staff person #1 and staff person #2 were in the Sunflower Room during naptime. Both staff persons stated that there were 14 children total in the room, ranging from young to older toddler. Staff person #1 and staff person #2 each identified 5 children as being assigned to their individual groups, totaling 10 children. When asked about this, staff stated that the other staff member in the room assigned to the remaining 4 children is on break. Rep advised that all children must be accounted for. Staff understood and each took 2 additional children. Staff person #1 and staff person #2 were able to correctly identify all children in the room and each had a total of 7 children in their individual groups prior to rep departing room.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 1, 2024
3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1) Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children
“During renewal inspection conducted 10/3/2024, staff person #1 and staff person #2 were in the Sunflower Room during naptime. Both staff persons stated that there were 14 children total in the room, ranging from young to older toddler. Staff person #1 and staff person #2 each identified 5 children as being assigned to their individual groups, totaling 10 children. When asked about this, staff stated that the other staff member in the room assigned to the remaining 4 children is on break. Rep advised that all children must be accounted for. Staff understood and each took 2 additional children. Staff person #1 and staff person #2 were able to correctly identify all children in the room and each had a total of 7 children in their individual groups prior to rep departing room.”
3270.75(a) In child care spaces
“During renewal inspection conducted 10/3/2024, there was no first-aid kit in Room 4 (entryway) which is measured childcare space.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 7, 2024
3270.36(b)(5) HS/GED + 2 yrs
“During renewal inspection conducted 10/3/2024, staff person #3 and staff person #5 are both listed as AGS on staff data sheet, which was completed by director. File for staff person #3 contains proof of completing 11th grade and 3.5 years of childcare experience, which qualifies them as an Aide. File for staff person #5 contains a HS diploma and proof of 8 months childcare experience, qualifying them as an Aide.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 7, 2024
3270.192(2)(ii) Exp, educ., training prior to facility
“During renewal inspection conducted 10/3/2024, there was no verification of education on file for staff person #2.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 11, 2024
Oct 4, 2023Inspection16 rules cited
3270.31(b)/3270.33(a) Staff person - 18 yrs./Each staff person meets quals
“Files for staff person #1 and #2, both employed as aides, verified that neither of these staff persons are 18 years of age or older and neither had on file documentation to meet one of the applicable qualifications to be employed as an aide.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 5, 2023
3270.61(h)(2)(i)/3270.61(h)(2)(ii) No more than two 1/2 hour time periods daily/Designated on facility schedule
“It was stated during inspection by facility staff that up to 12 preschoolers and 13 school agers could be present in the preschool classroom after school between 3:45p-4:15p on certain days, and the preschool classroom is only measured for a total capacity of 17 children. In addition, the classroom schedule does not show the room being over capacity at any point of the day, and there is nothing specifying the program activity that the children are involved in during that time that the room is over capacity.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 5, 2023
3270.66(b) Original container
“It was observed that cleaning materials in both the toddler and preschool rooms were in spray bottles that were left unlabeled and did not specify the contents.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 5, 2023
3270.74 Emergency Numbers Posted
“It was observed that the facility used portable phones which were moved about the facility, and neither the toddler or preschool rooms contained posted emergency telephone numbers of the nearest hospital, police department, fire department, ambulance and poison control center.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 6, 2023
3270.27(e) Letter to parents
“It was observed that the facility did not provide to parents a letter explaining all of the facility's emergency plan procedures. The letter provided to the families did not include information regarding the facility's lockdown procedures or accommodations for toddlers, those with special needs or chronic medical conditions.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 18, 2023
3270.102(a) Clean and good repair
“It was observed that a rest mat used by a child in the toddler room was ripped and not in good repair.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 4, 2023
3270.111(b) Posted in group space
“It was observed that although the preschool room had a schedule posted, that posted schedule did not include the plan of daily activities for the entire day. It was stated that the room opened at 6:30am, but the posted schedule of activities did not start until 8am.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 4, 2023
3270.123(a)(5)/3270.124(a) Designated release persons/Each child emergency contact person
“File for child #2 did not contain a completed emergency contact form or any of the required emergency contact information. Agreement for child #2 did not specify designated release persons; this section was left blank.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 6, 2023
3270.27(f) Emergency plan
“It was observed that the facility did not have on file documentation to verify that the facility's emergency plan was sent to both the local municipality and to the county emergency management agency.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 24, 2023
3270.95(b) Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“It was observed on the facility's fire alarm test log that an alarm test was completed on 3/3/23 and the subsequent test was completed on 4/21/23. These dates show that the testing of the alarms was not completed and logged every 30 days as required.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 4, 2023
3270.166(6) Infant/toddler - no bottle in mouth to sleep
“It was observed during rest time that a toddler had fallen asleep with a bottle.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 4, 2023
3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(3) Immunization record/Dismissal policy
“File for child #1 did not contain documentation regarding the status of all immunizations recommended by the ACIP; child #1 did not have any documentation regarding the influenza vaccine.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 5, 2023
3270.124(c) Each child care space
“It was observed that the emergency contact forms for children in the toddler and preschool rooms were not present for those children receiving care in those spaces.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 6, 2023
3270.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person
“Emergency contact forms for child #3 and #4 did not contain the release person's address.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 10, 2023
3270.124(b)(6) Insurance coverage information
“Emergency contact form for child #3 did not contain the child's health insurance coverage name or policy number.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 6, 2023
3270.124(b)(2)/3270.124(b)(3) Physician name, address, phone/Parent home/work address, phone
“Emergency contact form for child #4 did not contain the address of the child's physician or source of medical care, and did not contain the work address or work telephone number of the enrolling parent.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 10, 2023
Oct 21, 2022Inspection10 rules cited
3270.131(a)(2) Initial health report for young toddler no more than 6 months
“Health report on file for child #1 did not contain a date.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 3, 2022
3270.27(a)(6) Emergency plan
“It was observed that written document of an annual emergency drill conducted by the facility within the last 12 months was not found on file.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 3, 2022
3270.123(a)(6) Admission date
“Agreement for child #1 did not specify the child's admission date.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 21, 2022
3270.124(c) Each child care space
“It was observed that the facility did not have emergency contact information present in the child care spaces where children were receiving care that day.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 26, 2022
3270.31(e)(4)(ii) Fire safety - 1 yr.
“Staff person #1, see code sheet for date of hire, did not complete annual fire safety training and has been employed at the facility for more than 1 year.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 15, 2022
3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(iv) HS/GED + 2 yrs/Transcript, diploma and letters
“File for staff person #2, who is currently employed as an assistance group supervisor, did not contain adequate or acceptable documentation verifying their education level.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 15, 2022
3270.171(a) Pick-up and drop-off points
“It was observed and stated that the facility did not send an annual traffic letter to the local traffic authorities.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 3, 2022
3270.51 Similar Age Level
“It was observed that staff person #2 was in room 2 with 7 toddlers. It was stated that the youngest child present in room 2 with staff person #2 at that time was a young toddler.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 21, 2022
3270.31(e) Age and Training
“It was observed that staff person #1 did not have written verification on file of completing 12 clock hours of annual child care training.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 15, 2022
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“It was observed that an extension cord was run from the right side of room 3, across the floor in front of an emergency exit, and was plugged into the wall on the left side of room 3, causing a tripping hazard.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 21, 2022
Jul 26, 2022Complaint investigation4 rules cited
3270.21/3270.76 General Health and Safety/Building Surfaces
“On 7/26/22, it was observed that the facility had sustained extensive damage to the outdoor play space fence, and the front left corner of the building. It was observed that a sign was posted on the door indicating that as of 7/21/22 at 10:30am, the building code official condemned the facility writing, "Section 116(A) 116.1 Structure unfit for human habitation due to a vehicle in the structure." It was confirmed by local authorities that on 7/21/22 at approximately 9:30am a vehicle crashed through the outdoor play space and into the side of the facility causing structural damage. It was observed that no one was present in the building on 7/26/22.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 31, 2022
3270.21/3270.76 General Health and Safety/Building Surfaces
“On 7/26/22, it was observed that the facility had sustained extensive damage to the outdoor play space fence, and the front left corner of the building. It was observed that a sign was posted on the door indicating that as of 7/21/22 at 10:30am, the building code official condemned the facility writing, "Section 116(A) 116.1 Structure unfit for human habitation due to a vehicle in the structure." It was confirmed by local authorities that on 7/21/22 at approximately 9:30am a vehicle crashed through the outdoor play space and into the side of the facility causing structural damage. It was observed that no one was present in the building on 7/26/22.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 5, 2022
3270.62(a)/3270.63 Large muscle space provided/Unsafe Areas in Outdoor Space
“It was observed on 7/26/22, that the facility's out door play space fence, which restricts the children from the busy highway in front of the facility, was knocked over and broken, and a wall of crumbling brick from the side of the building was falling down in that play space. It was observed that this single out door play space containing the broken fence and crumbling brick is the facility's only indoor or outdoor space used for large muscle activity.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 31, 2022
3270.135(a)(3) Disposable diapers
“It was observed that a soiled diaper was left in a plastic grocery bag at the foot of the changing table in Room 2 instead of being immediately discarded into a plastic-lined, hands-free covered garbage can.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 22, 2022
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Jul 26, 2022Inspection4 rules cited
3270.21/3270.76 General Health and Safety/Building Surfaces
“On 7/26/22, it was observed that the facility had sustained extensive damage to the outdoor play space fence, and the front left corner of the building. It was observed that a sign was posted on the door indicating that as of 7/21/22 at 10:30am, the building code official condemned the facility writing, "Section 116(A) 116.1 Structure unfit for human habitation due to a vehicle in the structure." It was confirmed by local authorities that on 7/21/22 at approximately 9:30am a vehicle crashed through the outdoor play space and into the side of the facility causing structural damage. It was observed that no one was present in the building on 7/26/22.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 31, 2022
3270.21/3270.76 General Health and Safety/Building Surfaces
“On 7/26/22, it was observed that the facility had sustained extensive damage to the outdoor play space fence, and the front left corner of the building. It was observed that a sign was posted on the door indicating that as of 7/21/22 at 10:30am, the building code official condemned the facility writing, "Section 116(A) 116.1 Structure unfit for human habitation due to a vehicle in the structure." It was confirmed by local authorities that on 7/21/22 at approximately 9:30am a vehicle crashed through the outdoor play space and into the side of the facility causing structural damage. It was observed that no one was present in the building on 7/26/22.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 5, 2022
3270.62(a)/3270.63 Large muscle space provided/Unsafe Areas in Outdoor Space
“It was observed on 7/26/22, that the facility's out door play space fence, which restricts the children from the busy highway in front of the facility, was knocked over and broken, and a wall of crumbling brick from the side of the building was falling down in that play space. It was observed that this single out door play space containing the broken fence and crumbling brick is the facility's only indoor or outdoor space used for large muscle activity.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 31, 2022
3270.135(a)(3) Disposable diapers
“It was observed that a soiled diaper was left in a plastic grocery bag at the foot of the changing table in Room 2 instead of being immediately discarded into a plastic-lined, hands-free covered garbage can.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 22, 2022
Nov 18, 2021Inspection1 rule cited
3270.27(a)(5) Emergency plan
“On 11/18/21, it was observed that the facility did not follow their previously accepted plan of correction requested on 10/15/21; the facility did not have in their emergency plan accommodations for toddlers, and toddlers were observed in care at the time of the inspection.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 19, 2021
Oct 15, 2021Inspection11 rules cited
3270.123(a)(6) Admission date
“Agreement for child #2 did not specify the child's admission date.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 26, 2021
3270.111(b)/3270.124(e) Posted in group space/Written emergency plan posted
“It was observed in Room 3 and Room 4 that neither a daily schedule nor the facility's emergency transportation plan were posted.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 19, 2021
3270.102(a) Clean and good repair
“It was observed in the outdoor play space that the wall of the climber was weathered and had a large open crack leaving it not in good repair.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 20, 2021
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“It was observed in Room 1 that the roll shades, which were pulled down and used during rest time, contained frayed sides on three of the windows and a large hole at the bottom of one of them leaving these not in good repair.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 20, 2021
3270.74 Emergency Numbers Posted
“A telephone was observed in Room 1 but the emergency telephone numbers were not posted by this phone as required. It was observed that the emergency telephone numbers posted by the telephone in Room 3 did not include the phone number to the nearest hospital.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 18, 2021
3270.52 Mixed Age Level
“It was observed upon arrival at the facility that staff person #1 and #3 were outside in the outdoor play space with eight toddler-aged children. Staff person #1 left the outdoor play space to go find staff person #2 leaving staff person #3 outside with all eight children, the youngest being child #4 who is a one-year-old. It was observed in Room 1, from approximately 10:30am until noon, staff person #4 was alone in the room and had 12 preschool aged children present.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 25, 2021
3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL
“File for staff person #1, hired in 2011, contained a PA state police clearance dated 4/11/16 and 9/14/21, a child abuse clearance dated 4/14/16 and 9/20/21, and a FBI clearance dated 4/13/16 and 9/19/21. These clearances on file were obtained more than 60 months apart. File for staff person #2, hired in 2011, contained a PA state police clearance dated 4/11/16 and 9/14/21, a child abuse clearance dated 4/19/16 and 9/16/21, a FBI clearance dated 4/13/16 and 9/18/21, and a mandated reporter training certificate dated 11/29/15. These clearances on file were obtained more than 60 months apart. The mandated reporter training on file for staff person #2 is more than 60 months old and no updated training was observed on file. File for staff person #3, hired on 08/18/21, contained a NSOR verification certificate dated 09/21/21. Due to the start date of the staff person and the date of their NSOR verification certificate, this staff person would have been hired provisionally, but the facility does not currently have a provisional hire waiver on file.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 18, 2021
3270.27(a)(1)/3270.27(a)(5) Emergency plan/Emergency plan
“It was observed that the facility did not have in their emergency plan, a lock-down procedure or accommodations for toddlers, and toddlers were observed in care at the time of the inspection. A lock-down procedure was added to the facility emergency plan and verified as implemented on 11/18/21.”
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“It was observed that the facility did not have on file documentation of proof of purchase for their fire alarm system. It was observed that the facility maintains a fire alarm system but does not have on file a functional annual fire alarm inspection report, so in place of this, the facility logs testing of their fire alarms. The log shows that the alarms were tested on 3/23/21, 5/17/21, 7/1/21, 8/19/21, and 9/21/21. These fire alarm tests were not being completed and logged every 30 days as required. It was observed that the facility pulled the fire alarm to test and sound the system during the inspection. Although multiple alarms throughout the facility did sound, it was observed that the alarm in Room 1, as part of the system as a whole, did not sound during the inspection.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 22, 2021
3270.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person
“Emergency contact form for child #3 did not contain the release person's address.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 8, 2021
3270.124(b)(6) Insurance coverage information
“Emergency contact forms for child #1 and #2 did not contain the child's health insurance coverage and policy number or Medical Assistance benefits information.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 8, 2021
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Questions about Joy Garden Creative Center
Is Joy Garden Creative Center licensed?
Yes. Joy Garden Creative Center is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
When was Joy Garden Creative Center last inspected?
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on September 16, 2026, with 9 rules cited. It lists 7 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Joy Garden Creative Center had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 48 rules across 7 of 7 visits in the last 3 years; 43 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 Joy Garden Creative Center care for?
37, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve school-age children.
Does Joy Garden Creative Center accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Joy Garden Creative Center's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 5:45 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Joy Garden Creative Center cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (610) 777-0911 to ask.
What is Joy Garden Creative Center's phone number?
(610) 777-0911.
Where is Joy Garden Creative Center?
525 Philadelphia Ave, Reading, PA 19607. The nearest other daycare we list is Right at School at Cumru Elementary, 0.2 miles away.