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Saint Catharine of Siena School
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About Saint Catharine of Siena School
Saint Catharine of Siena School is a child care center in Reading, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 171 children.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 5 visits in the last 3 years and cited 43 rules across 5 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
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- Licensed capacity
- 171 children
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| Licensed capacity | 171 childrenFrom the state license |
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Inspection reports for Saint Catharine of Siena School
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- Certified by the state and operating
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- Certificate of Compliance (provisional)
- Capacity
- 171 children
- License number
- #CER-00260266
Summary
5 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Aug 3, 2026: 5 rules cited
Rules cited on 5 of 5 visits · 43 rules in all · 36 corrected
- Staff training and qualifications 17
- Records and paperwork 10
- Safety and hazards 5
- Health, medication and illness 5
- Food and nutrition 2
- Background checks 2
- Safe sleep 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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Aug 3, 2026Visit5 rules cited
3270.31(e)(4)(i) Age and Training
“Repeated noncompliance; during renewal inspection on 5/11/26, Certification Representative reviewed staff files and there was no Pediatric Frist aid/CPR training on file for staff persons #2 and #9. An acceptable plan of correction was received on 6/5/26 with a correction date of 8/1/26. On 8/3/26 there was no proof of Pediatric First aid/CPR training received for staff persons #2 and #9.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 18, 2026
3270.31(e)(4)(ii) Fire safety - 1 yr.
“Repeated noncompliance; During renewal inspection on 5/11/26, Certification Representative reviewed staff files and observed that all Staff (1-9) did not complete annual fire safety training. An acceptable plan of correction was received on 6/5/26 with a correction date of 7/31/26. On 8/3/26 there was no proof of fire safety training received for staff persons (1-9).”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 28, 2026
3270.34(a)(6) Staff evaluations
“Repeated noncompliance; During renewal inspection on 5/11/26, Certification Representative reviewed staff files and all staff persons (1-9) did not have an evaluation on file. An acceptable plan of correction was received on 6/5/26 with a correction date of 6/30/26. As of 8/3/26, there was no proof of staff evaluations received for staff persons (1-9).”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 18, 2026
3270.31(e) Age and Training
“Repeated noncompliance; facility was cited on 5/11/26 as follows During renewal inspection on 5/11/26, Certification Representative reviewed staff files and all staff persons (1-9) did not have 12 clock hours of childcare training on file. An acceptable plan of correction was received on 6/5/26 with a correction date of 6/5/26. On 8/3/26, no proof of corrections was received.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 7, 2026
3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training
“Repeated noncompliance; During renewal inspection on 5/11/26, Certification Representative reviewed staff files and staff person #9 did not have health and safety training on file. An acceptable plan of correction was received on 6/5/26 with correction date 7/31/26. As of 8/3/26 there was no proof of health and safety training received for staff person #9.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 28, 2026
May 11, 2026Inspection13 rules cited
3270.31(e)(4)(i) Age and Training
“During renewal inspection on 5/11/26, Certification Representative reviewed staff files and there was no Pediatric Frist aid/CPR training on file for staff persons #2 and #9.”
3270.31(e)(4)(ii) Fire safety - 1 yr.
“During renewal inspection on 5/11/26, Certification Representative reviewed staff files and observed that all Staff (1-9) did not complete annual fire safety training.”
3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training
“During renewal inspection on 5/11/26, Certification Representative reviewed staff files and staff person #9 did not have health and safety training on file.”
3270.31(e) Age and Training
“During renewal inspection on 5/11/26, Certification Representative reviewed staff files and all staff persons (1-9) did not have 12 clock hours of childcare training on file.”
3270.107 Refrigerator
“During renewal inspection on 5/11/26, Certification Representative observed classroom refrigerator thermometer at 60 degrees. Thermometer was moved away from door of refrigerator and read later at 58 degrees.”
Correction date in the state record: May 11, 2026
3270.124(a) Each child emergency contact person
“During renewal inspection on 5/11/26, Certification Representative reviewed children's files and child #4 did not have an emergency contact name listed on file.”
Correction date in the state record: May 13, 2026
3270.132(a) Contact parent/keep record
“During renewal inspection on 5/11/26, Certification Representative reviewed paperwork on file and there was no written emergency medical plan on file.”
Correction date in the state record: May 28, 2026
3270.192(2)(iv) Transcript, diploma and letters
“During renewal inspection on 5/11/26, Certification Representative reviewed staff files and staff person #9 did not have verification of education and childcare experience on file.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 5, 2026
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“During renewal inspection on 5/11/26, Certification Representative reviewed paperwork on file and there was no written policy on shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma.”
Correction date in the state record: May 28, 2026
3270.27(c) Training regarding plan
“During renewal inspection on 5/11/26, Certification Representative reviewed staff files and staff person #8 did not have annual emergency plan training on file.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 2, 2026
3270.34(a)(6) Staff evaluations
“During renewal inspection on 5/11/26, Certification Representative reviewed staff files and all staff persons (1-9) did not have an evaluation on file.”
3270.106(a) Clean, age appropriate
“During inspection renewal on 5/11/26, Certification Representative observed a child's mat ripped. Teacher corrected on site with tapping the mat.”
Correction date in the state record: May 11, 2026
3270.123(a)(3)/3270.124(f) Services proceeded/Updated every 6 months
“During the renewal inspection on 5/11/26, Certification Representative reviewed children's files and all children (1-5) did not have a child service report or an emergency contact update signed on file.”
Correction date in the state record: May 15, 2026
Sep 2, 2025Inspection15 rules cited
3270.111(b) Posted in group space
“A renewal inspection was conducted on 9/2/2025-10/29/2025. At that time, a written plan of daily activities was not posted in the cafeteria where the facility does after-care.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 5, 2025
3270.75(a)/3270.75(c) In child care spaces/Has all items
“A renewal inspection was conducted on 9/2/2025-10/29/2025. At that time, the first-aid kit in the Pre-K room did not contain tweezers, scissors, or tape. Certification representative did not observe a first-aid kit in the cafeteria, which is measured space where after-care is provided.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 6, 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
“A renewal inspection was conducted on 9/2/2025-10/29/2025. At that time, a sample of child files were reviewed. The following information was missing from children's emergency contact forms: Child #1: Signed parental consent for emergency medical care and minor first-aid. Child #2: Signed parental consent for minor first-aid. Child #9: Signed parental consent for emergency medical care and minor first-aid.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 7, 2025
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“A renewal inspection was conducted on 9/2/2025-10/29/2025. At that time, the facility's fire detection system testing log was reviewed. Facility's smoke alarms were last tested on 9/17/2025 which was over 30 days ago.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 30, 2025
3270.123(a)/3270.123(a)(6) Signed /Admission date
“A renewal inspection was conducted on 9/2/2025-10/29/2025. At that time, a sample of child files were reviewed. The following information was missing from children's fee agreements: Child #1: Date of admission. Signed by operator. Child #2: Date of admission. Signed by operator. Child #3: Date of admission. Signed by operator. Child #4: Date of admission. Signed by operator. Child #5: Date of admission. Signed by operator. Child #6: Date of admission. Signed by operator. Child #7: Signed by operator. Child #8: Date of admission. Signed by operator. Child #9: Date of admission. Signed by operator. Child #10: Date of admission. Signed by operator.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 5, 2025
3270.27(c) Training regarding plan
“A renewal inspection was conducted on 9/2/2025-10/29/2025. At that time, facility persons files were reviewed. There is no proof of training on the facility's emergency plan on file for facility persons #1, #2, #3, #4, #5, #6, #7, #8, or #9.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 8, 2025
3270.123(a)(1)/3270.123(a)(2) Amount of fee/Date fee to be paid
“A renewal inspection was conducted on 9/2/2025-10/29/2025. At that time, a sample of child files were reviewed. The following information was missing from children's fee agreements: Child #7: Fee amount and the date on which the fee is to be paid.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 5, 2025
3270.123(a)(3) Services proceeded
“A renewal inspection was conducted on 9/2/2025-10/29/2025. At that time, a sample of child files were reviewed. The following information was missing from children's fee agreements: Child #1: The services to be provided to the family and the child. Child #2: The services to be provided to the family and the child. Child #4: The services to be provided to the family and the child. Child #5: The services to be provided to the family and the child. Child #6: The services to be provided to the family and the child. Child #7: The services to be provided to the family and the child. Child #8: The services to be provided to the family and the child. Child #9: The services to be provided to the family and the child. Child #10: The services to be provided to the family and the child.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 6, 2025
3270.192(5) Two written references
“A renewal inspection was conducted on 9/2/2025-10/29/2025. At that time, facility persons files were reviewed. Facility person #1 is listed as a volunteer in the Pre-K room. File for facility person #1 does not include two written, nonfamily references.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 8, 2025
3270.171(c) Safe routes posted
“A renewal inspection was conducted on 9/2/2025-10/29/2025. At that time, pick-up and drop-off procedures were not posted in a conspicuous location used by parents.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 6, 2025
3270.161(d) Potentially hazardous food refrigerated
“A renewal inspection was conducted 9/2/2025-10/29/2025. At that time, several lunches brought to school by children containing items such as sandwiches made with deli meat and cheese and yogurt were observed in lunchboxes in the cubby area.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 5, 2025
3270.124(b)(2)/3270.124(b)(6) Physician name, address, phone/Insurance coverage information
“A renewal inspection was conducted on 9/2/2025-10/29/2025. At that time, a sample of child files were reviewed. The following information was missing from children's emergency contact forms: Child #2: Doctor's telephone number. Insurance policy number. Child #10: Insurance policy number.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 10, 2025
3270.123(a)(4)/3270.123(a)(5) Arrival/departure times/Designated release persons
“A renewal inspection was conducted on 9/2/2025-10/29/2025. At that time, a sample of child files were reviewed. The following information was missing from children's fee agreements: Child #1: Arrival and departure times. Release person(s). Child #5: Arrival and departure times. Release person(s). Child #8: Release person(s). Child #9: Release person(s).”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 8, 2025
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“A renewal inspection was conducted on 9/2/2025-10/29/2025. At that time, facility persons files were reviewed. Facility person #1 is listed as a volunteer in the Pre-K room. File for facility person #1 does not include a signed/dated disclosure statement. Certification representative did not observe a DHS-approved mandated reporter training certificate in facility person #1's file. Facility person #2 has worked in the after-care program since facility obtained license in May 2025. File for facility person #2 has PSP clearance dated 8/22/2025, child abuse clearance dated 8/3/2025, and DHS FBI clearance dated 10/26/2025, which is after their start date in their DHS role. Certification representative did not observe a DHS-approved mandated reporter training certificate in facility person #2's file. Facility person #3 has worked in the after-care program since facility obtained license in May 2025. File for facility person #3 has PSP clearance dated 7/10/2025, which is after their start date in their DHS role. Facility person #3 does not have a DHS FBI clearance on file. Certification representative did not observe a DHS-approved mandated reporter training certificate in facility person #3's file. Facility person #4 has worked in the after-care program since facility obtained license in May 2025. File for facility person #4 has PSP clearance dated 8/1/2025 and a DHS FBI clearance dated 8/20/2025, which were both obtained after their start date in their DHS role. Certification representative did not observe a DHS-approved mandated reporter training certificate in facility person #4's file. Facility person #5 has worked in the after-care program since facility obtained license in May 2025. File for facility person #5 has PSP clearance dated 7/10/2025 and child abuse clearance dated 8/27/2025, which were both obtained after their start date in their DHS role. Certification representative did not observe a DHS-approved mandated reporter training certificate in facility person #1's file.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 12, 2025
3270.124(b)(3)/3270.124(b)(7) Parent home/work address, phone/Name/address/phone release person
“A renewal inspection was conducted on 9/2/2025-10/29/2025. At that time, a sample of child files were reviewed. The following information was missing from children's emergency contact forms: Child #1: Both parents' work addresses and work telephone numbers. Child #2: Father's work address and work telephone number. Child #3: Both parents' work addresses and work telephone numbers. Child #4: Both parents' work addresses and work telephone numbers. Child #5: Both parents' work addresses and work telephone numbers. Child #6: Father's work address and work telephone number. Child #7: Release person's address. Child #8: Both parents' work addresses and work telephone numbers. Release person's address.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 6, 2025
Mar 12, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
3270.192(2)(ii)/3270.192(2)(iv) Exp, educ., training prior to facility/Transcript, diploma and letters
“Continued non-compliance: On 11/27/24 an initial inspection was conducted at the facility. DHS files for staff person #1, staff person #2, staff person #3, staff person #4, and staff person #5 did not include verification of education or child care experience. The facility's acceptable plan of correction indicated the correction would be implemented by 1/10/25. On 3/12/25, an inspection was conducted. Staff person #2 had a PA Teaching certificate on file which is not accepted as education documentation for DHS. Staff person #4 did not have prior child care experience on file. Staff person #5 had a foreign degree from Nova Scotia that was not translated and evaluated.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 27, 2025
3270.151(a)/3270.151(c)(2) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Mantoux TB
“Continued non-compliance. On 11/27/24 an initial inspection was conducted at the facility. Initial health assessments nor TB tests were in DHS file for staff person #1, staff person #2, staff person #3, staff person #4, or staff person #5. The facility's acceptable plan of correction indicated the correction would be implemented by 2/5/25. On 3/12/25, an inspection was conducted. Staff person #4 still does not have a health assessment on file.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 27, 2025
Nov 27, 2024Inspection8 rules cited
3270.192(5) Two written references
“During initial inspection, DHS file for staff person #1, staff person #2, staff person #3, and staff person #5 did not include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 10, 2025
3270.192(2)(ii)/3270.192(2)(iv) Exp, educ., training prior to facility/Transcript, diploma and letters
“During initial inspection conducted on 11/27/2024, DHS files for staff person #1, staff person #2, staff person #3, staff person #4, and staff person #5 did not include verification of education or child care experience.”
3270.151(a)/3270.151(c)(2) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Mantoux TB
“During initial inspection conducted on 11/27/2024, initial health assessment nor TB test were in DHS file for staff person #1, staff person #2, staff person #3, staff person #4, or staff person #5,”
3270.75(c) Has all items
“During initial inspection conducted 11/27/2024, first-aid kit in the Pre-K room did not contain soap.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 5, 2024
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“During initial inspection conducted on 11/27/2024, there was no signed/dated disclosure statement on file for staff person #3.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 19, 2024
3270.27(a)(3)/3270.27(a)(4) Contact when arises/Contact when ended
“During initial inspection conducted on 11/27/2024, facility's emergency plan did not provide for a method for facility persons to contact parents as soon as reasonably possible when an emergency situation arises or a method for facility persons to inform parents that the emergency has ended and to provide instruction as to how parents can safely be reunited with their children.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 29, 2024
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“During initial inspection conducted on 11/27/2024, there was no continuity of operations plan as required by 45 CFR 98.41(a)(1)(vii).”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 4, 2024
3270.27(a)(5) Emergency plan
“During initial inspection conducted on 11/27/2024, facility's emergency plan did not provide for accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities and children with chronic medical conditions.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 29, 2024
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FAQ
Questions about Saint Catharine of Siena School
Is Saint Catharine of Siena School licensed?
Yes. Saint Catharine of Siena School is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
When was Saint Catharine of Siena School last inspected?
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on August 3, 2026, with 5 rules cited. It lists 5 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Saint Catharine of Siena School had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 43 rules across 5 of 5 visits in the last 3 years; 36 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 Saint Catharine of Siena School care for?
171, the licensed capacity on the state record.
Does Saint Catharine of Siena School accept child care subsidies?
The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.
What are Saint Catharine of Siena School's hours?
Its hours are not listed. Call (610) 779-5810 to confirm.
How much does Saint Catharine of Siena School cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (610) 779-5810 to ask.
What is Saint Catharine of Siena School's phone number?
(610) 779-5810.
Where is Saint Catharine of Siena School?
2330 Perkiomen Ave, Reading, PA 19606. The nearest other daycare we list is Antietam Academy, 0.2 miles away.