Sweet Little Friends Day Care
403 N 13th St, Reading, PA
4.8· 19 reviews
Reading Daycare
- licensed capacity
- 100
- open each week
- 5 days
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About
About Reading Daycare
Reading Daycare is a child care center in Reading, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 100 children, serving school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 10 visits in the last 3 years and cited 34 rules across 8 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
School-ageAccepts child care subsidyOpens before 7 AM
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- School-age children
- Hours today
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 100 children
Hours
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
Programs and care
| Ages | School-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 100 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
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State record
Inspection reports for Reading Daycare
License
- Status
- Certified by the state and operating
- License type
- Certificate of Compliance
- Capacity
- 100 children
- Ages
- School-age children
- License number
- #CER-00250699
Summary
10 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Apr 17, 2026: 3 rules cited
Rules cited on 8 of 10 visits · 34 rules in all · 34 corrected
- Health, medication and illness 7
- Staff training and qualifications 6
- Building, equipment and play areas 5
- Safety and hazards 5
- Records and paperwork 4
- Background checks 3
- Food and nutrition 1
- Transportation 1
- Supervision and ratios 1
- Discipline and child guidance 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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Apr 17, 2026Complaint investigation3 rules cited
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“During an unannounced monitoring inspection on 4/17/26 Facility Person #1 did not have a PA Child Abuse Clearance on file. Facility Person #1 was observed providing care on 4/17/26. See LIS code sheet for Facility Person #1's first day with children.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 17, 2026
3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training
“During an announced monitoring inspection on 4/17/26 Staff person #2 has acceptable pediatric first aid/CPR training in an approved curriculum; however, the trainer was not PQAS-certified in that training topic at the time of training. Staff person 2 was observed to be providing care to children while supervised on 4/17/26.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 27, 2026
3270.103 Small Toys and Objects
“During a compliant investigation on 4/17/26 Cert rep observed small 0.5 in. diameter rubber bands, 0.5 in. diameter pompoms and plastic bags on an accessible shelf as well as plastic bags, and a 0.25 in. diameter screw in an unlocked accessible desk drawer in the Preschool classroom (Orange Room 2nd floor). Staff working in this room reported they are aware that preschool aged Children 1 and 2 who were present and receiving care in this room were known to still be placing objects in their mouth since prior to 4/10/26.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 17, 2026
Apr 17, 2026Inspection3 rules cited
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“During an unannounced monitoring inspection on 4/17/26 Facility Person #1 did not have a PA Child Abuse Clearance on file. Facility Person #1 was observed providing care on 4/17/26. See LIS code sheet for Facility Person #1's first day with children.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 17, 2026
3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training
“During an announced monitoring inspection on 4/17/26 Staff person #2 has acceptable pediatric first aid/CPR training in an approved curriculum; however, the trainer was not PQAS-certified in that training topic at the time of training. Staff person 2 was observed to be providing care to children while supervised on 4/17/26.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 27, 2026
3270.103 Small Toys and Objects
“During a compliant investigation on 4/17/26 Cert rep observed small 0.5 in. diameter rubber bands, 0.5 in. diameter pompoms and plastic bags on an accessible shelf as well as plastic bags, and a 0.25 in. diameter screw in an unlocked accessible desk drawer in the Preschool classroom (Orange Room 2nd floor). Staff working in this room reported they are aware that preschool aged Children 1 and 2 who were present and receiving care in this room were known to still be placing objects in their mouth since prior to 4/10/26.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 17, 2026
- Jan 21, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Nov 7, 2025Inspection10 rules cited
3270.103 Small Toys and Objects
“During a renewal inspection on 11/7/25 Cert rep observed plastic bags and gloves in the unlocked cabinet under the changing table in the 1st floor Orange Room. The children in this room were toddlers who may still be placing objects in their mouths.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 7, 2025
3270.178 Transportation First Aid Kit
“During a renewal inspection on 11/7/25 Cert rep observed there were not scissors in the first aid kit in the white van whose license plate starts with MDG. This van is used for transportation of children, and no other first aid kit is taken which the staff when transporting children.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 7, 2025
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“During a renewal inspection 11/7/25 the facility did not have a written policy which addressed the prevention and identification of child maltreatment.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 26, 2025
3270.123(a)(1) Amount of fee
“During a renewal inspection on 11/7/25 Child 2's fee agreement did not have the fee amount listed.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 7, 2025
3270.124(b)(2) Physician name, address, phone
“During a renewal inspection on 11/7/25 Child 1's emergency contact form did not have the name of the child's physician or source of medical care.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 7, 2025
3270.161(d) Potentially hazardous food refrigerated
“During a renewal inspection on 11/7/25 Cert rep observed milk a child brought from home was kept in the classroom, and not refrigerated.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 7, 2025
3270.133(5) Original label
“During a renewal inspection on 11/7/25 Cert rep observed Benadryl(exp 7/2025) in the first aid kits in the Red Room and the Pre K Room as well as A&D ointment (exp 10/2025) in the Green Room.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 7, 2025
3270.27(e) Letter to parents
“During a renewal inspection on 11/7/25 the parent to the parents regarding the facility emergency procedures did not include information regarding the lockdown procedures or accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities and children with chronic medical conditions.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 26, 2025
3270.35(b) Group sup qualifications
“During a renewal inspection on 11/7/25 Staff 1 had a high school diploma, a CDA, and 2 years experience working with children however Staff 1 did not have an associates or bachelors degree. Staff 1 has been working as a group supervisor.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 7, 2025
3270.66(a)/3270.133(4) Locked or inaccessible/Locked
“During a renewal inspection on 11/7/25 Cert rep observed Desitin and Butt Paste in an accessible cubie in the Green room and A&D ointment in the unlocked cabinet under the changing table in the 1st floor Orange Room. Cert rep observed hand sanitizer in accessible drawer of the teacher desk in the 1st floor Orange Room, and insect jelly in the unlocked cabinet under the lizard enclosure. These items were all labeled "Keep out of reach of children."”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 7, 2025
- Jun 26, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Dec 9, 2024Inspection10 rules cited
3270.124(b)(2) Physician name, address, phone
“During a Renewal inspection on 12/9/24 Child 1 was missing the name of the child's physician or source of medical care on the Child 1's emergency contact form.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 9, 2024
3270.124(e) Written emergency plan posted
“During a renewal inspection on 12/9/24 Cert rep observed that the written plan identifying the means of transporting a child to emergency care and staffing provisions in the event of an emergency was not accompanying staff when transporting children to and from school.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 9, 2024
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“During a renewal inspection on 12/9/24 the facility's emergency plan did not address the facility's continuity of operations.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 9, 2024
3270.175(c) Manufacturer's instructions used
“During a renewal inspection on 12/9/24 cert rep observed the manufacturer's instructions for child safety restraints (booster seats) was not being kept in the vehicle.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 9, 2024
3270.123(a)(1)/3270.123(a)(6) Amount of fee/Admission date
“During a renewal inspection on 12/9/24 Child 2, 3 and 4 did not have the fee amounts documented on their fee agreements. Child 2 and 3 did not have their date of admissions documented on their fee agreements”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 9, 2024
3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible
“During a renewal inspection on 12/9/24 Cert rep observed Hand sanitizer which is labeled keep out of reach of children was found in an unlocked accessible drawer in the Preschool 1 classroom.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 9, 2024
3270.181(c) Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos
“During a renewal inspection on 12/9/24 Child 5's Fee agreement was last reviewed on 5/31/24. This is more than 6 months between review of fee agreements,”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 9, 2024
3270.124(b)(3) Parent home/work address, phone
“During a renewal inspection on 12/9/24 work address and work phone numbers were missing on the follow children's emergency contact forms: Child 1, Child 2, Child 4(mother's only missing), and Child 6.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 9, 2024
3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster
“During a renewal inspection on 12/9/24 Cert rep observed peeling paint in the following locations: Preschool room 1(wall by the toy kitchen area), Preschool room 2(wall to the left of the Christmas tree), currently unused green room(wall between the first two windows from the door), and in the outdoor play space (wall under the stars”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 30, 2024
3270.103 Small Toys and Objects
“During a renewal inspection on 12/9/24 Cert rep observed Gloves on the changing table in the infant classroom. These would be accessible to children while being changed. These children would be still placing objects in their mouths.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 9, 2024
Nov 19, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
3270.192(5) Two written references
“During an unannounced inspection on 11/19/24 Staff 1 only had one reference documented in her staff file.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 19, 2024
Oct 30, 2024Inspection3 rules cited
3270.94(a)(4) Hypothetical locations
“During an unannounced inspection on 10/30/24 it was noted that three fire drills in a row (Dates: 2/7/24, 4/3/24, and 5/17/24) had a hypothetical location on the fire as the front desk, and two fire drills in a row (Dates: 7/9/24, and 7/26/24) had a hypothetical location of the basement.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 8, 2024
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“Staff 2 (see code sheet for DOH) was observed caring for children on 10/30/24. Staff 2 was hired provisionally and has current PSP, child abuse and FBI clearances on file. A request for NSOR, dated 6/28/24, is on file and a completed NSOR certification dated 10/22/24, which is after the expiration of the 45-day provisional period, was later provided to the Cert Rep. Staff 2 had a disclosure statement on file that is not dated by the staff.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 8, 2024
3270.151(a)/3270.151(c)(2) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Mantoux TB
“During an unannounced inspection on 10/30/24 Staff 1 (see code sheet for DOH) has an initial health assessment and TB screening on file dated 4/28/23. This is more than 12 months prior to hire date after a break in service.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 15, 2024
Aug 20, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
3270.31(e)(4)(i) Age and Training
“During an unannounced inspection on 8/20/24, the file for staff person # 1 was reviewed. The Pediatric CPR/First Aid on file was not renewed by the expiration date as evidenced by the certificate of training dated 7/11/22 and valid for 2 years.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 30, 2024
Dec 15, 2023Inspection6 rules cited
3270.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person
“The emergency contact information for Child #1 did not include the address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 15, 2023
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“On 12/15/2023, Staff #1 had all of the required clearances on file. However, the state police clearance for employment was not requested until 10/19/2023. The child abuse clearance was dated 11/21/2023. See LIS code sheet.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 21, 2023
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“During the Renewal Inspection on 12/15/2023, there were electrical cords from an infant swing seen that were not secured to the wall in the infant room. This presented a strangulation hazard for the infants in the classroom.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 15, 2023
3270.151(a) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter
“Staff #1 (See LIS code sheet) obtained a health assessment after the first day of service in a childcare setting. Staff #2 did not have a completed health assessment on file. See LIS code sheet.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 18, 2023
3270.123(a)(3) Services proceeded
“During the Renewal Inspection on 12/15/2023, the files for Child #2, #3, #4 and #5 did not include any Child Service Reports. See LIS code sheet.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 18, 2023
3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(3) Immunization record/Dismissal policy
“On 12/15/2023, Child #1 the health report on file for Child #1 did not include the up-to-date annual influenza immunization according to recommendations of the ACIP. The file for Child #1 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. See LIS code sheet.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 15, 2023
Show 3 earlier visits
Jun 28, 2023Inspection4 rules cited
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“On 6/28/2023, Staff #1, #2 and #3 were each employed less than 90 days, but they were each observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff #1 and #2 have not completed the following pre-service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: Pediatric First-Aid and CPR. Staff #3 has not completed the following pre-service trainings required prior to caring for children unsupervised: Pediatric First-Aid and CPR, the required pre-service health and safety training and the mandated reporter training.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 28, 2023
3270.52 Mixed Age Level
“On 6/28/2023, Staff #1 was observed working with a mixed age group of 9 preschool children and 1 older toddler. The required staff to child ratio for this mixed aged group is 1 staff to 6 children.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 28, 2023
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“On 6/28/2023, the fire drill/fire detection log showed that the fire detection system in the facility had not been manually tested since 5/25/2023.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 28, 2023
3270.52 Mixed Age Level
“On 6/28/2023, Staff #1 was observed working with a mixed age group of 9 preschool children and 1 older toddler. The required staff to child ratio for this mixed aged group is 1 staff to 6 children.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 12, 2023
Mar 22, 2023Inspection2 rules cited
3270.175(a)/3270.175(c) Age appropriate restraints/Manufacturer's instructions used
“During the Renewal Inspection on 3/22/2023, the minivan used to transport children had a booster seat in it that read do not use this child restraint after 2020.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 22, 2023
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“During the Renewal Inspection on 3/22/2023, Staff #1 did not have the completed Pennsylvania child abuse clearance or proof of the request on file. See LIS code sheet.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 22, 2023
Dec 20, 2022Inspection2 rules cited
3270.107 Refrigerator
“During the Opening Inspection on 12/20/2022, the refrigerator in the facility did not have a thermometer.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 21, 2022
3270.151(a)/3270.151(c)(2) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Mantoux TB
“During the Opening Inspection on 12/20/2022, Staff #1 did not have an initial health assessment on file. The tuberculosis screening on file for Staff #2 was dated 8/2/2021.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 23, 2022
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FAQ
Questions about Reading Daycare
Is Reading Daycare licensed?
Yes. Reading Daycare is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
When was Reading Daycare last inspected?
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on April 17, 2026, with 3 rules cited. It lists 10 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Reading Daycare had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 34 rules across 8 of 10 visits in the last 3 years; 34 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 Reading Daycare care for?
100, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve school-age children.
Does Reading Daycare accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Reading Daycare's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Reading Daycare cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (610) 743-3489 to ask.
What is Reading Daycare's phone number?
(610) 743-3489.
Where is Reading Daycare?
1010 Elm St, Reading, PA 19604. The nearest other daycare we list is Sweet Little Friends Day Care, 0.3 miles away.