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502 Walnut St, Reading, PA
4.3· 21 reviews
Smiley Kids Daycare
- licensed capacity
- 90
- open each week
- 6 days
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About Smiley Kids Daycare
Smiley Kids Daycare is a child care center in Reading, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 90 children, serving school-age children.
It is open Monday to Saturday, 5:00 AM to 10:00 PM. It describes a Bilingual / immersion and Play-based approach, with after-school care, infant care, preschool and toddler care. It says it provides meals.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 4 visits in the last 3 years and cited 24 rules across 4 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsBefore- and after-schoolMeals providedAccepts child care subsidyBilingual program
Ages served: school-age children
6 wk
6 mo
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12 yr
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- School-age children
- Hours today
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 90 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 5:00 AM to 10:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 5:00 AM to 10:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 5:00 AM to 10:00 PM |
| Thursday | 5:00 AM to 10:00 PM |
| Friday | 5:00 AM to 10:00 PM |
| Saturday | 5:00 AM to 10:00 PM |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | School-age childrenFrom the state license. It lists: Infants to 12 years old |
|---|---|
| Programs | After-school care, infant care, preschool and toddler care |
| Approach | Bilingual / immersion (English & Spanish), Play-based |
| Staff | Certified teachers and caregivers |
| Daily life | Meals provided; Snacks provided |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Languages | Spanish (bilingual teachers) |
| Licensed capacity | 90 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
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State record
Inspection reports for Smiley Kids Daycare
License
- Status
- Certified by the state and operating
- License type
- Certificate of Compliance
- Capacity
- 90 children
- Ages
- School-age children
- License number
- #CER-00258907
Summary
4 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jun 16, 2026: 12 rules cited
Rules cited on 4 of 4 visits · 24 rules in all · 24 corrected
- Safety and hazards 6
- Records and paperwork 5
- Safe sleep 3
- Health, medication and illness 3
- Discipline and child guidance 2
- Background checks 2
- Transportation 1
- Food and nutrition 1
- Staff training and qualifications 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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Jun 16, 2026Inspection12 rules cited
3270.106(f) 2 feet apart
“During renewal inspection on 6/16/26, Certification Representative observed cots to not be 2 feet of space on three sides in the Pumpkin Pie room.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 16, 2026
3270.27(f) Emergency plan
“During renewal inspection on 6/16/26, provider was unable to show proof that the emergency plan and subsequent plan updates were sent to the local municipality and county EMA.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 24, 2026
3270.192(3) Health assessment, TB test
“During the renewal inspection, Certification Representative reviewed staff files and staff person #2 had a health assessment showing a positive TB test but there were no results of a chest x-ray attached to the health assessment.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 21, 2026
3270.31(e)(4)(ii) Fire safety - 1 yr.
“During renewal inspection, Certification Representative reviewed staff files and staff person #1 did not have annual fire safety training on file.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 22, 2026
3270.124(b)(4) Written consent
“During the renewal inspection, Certification Representative reviewed children files and child #5 did not have a consent for emergency medical care signed.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 18, 2026
3270.123(a)(3) Services proceeded
“During the renewal inspection, Certification Representative reviewed children files and child #2 did not have a child service report on file.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 21, 2026
3270.114 Outdoor Activity
“During renewal inspection on 6/16/26, Certification Representative observed there to be no outdoor activities listed for each room of the facility. Director reported they have not had children participating in any outdoor activities.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 16, 2026
3270.106(a) Clean, age appropriate
“During renewal inspection on 6/16/26, Certification Representative observed the use of rest equipment to not be labeled for each specific child in the Mini Cookies room.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 16, 2026
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“During renewal inspection on 6/16/26, Certification Representative did not see proof of the annual testing from a fire safety professional. Facility director reported testing was completed in 3/2026 but does not have a copy on file. Interconnected system with the hospital and could not be psychically tested on site during the renewal.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 19, 2026
3270.181(c) Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos
“During the renewal inspection, Certification Representative reviewed children files and child #2 did not have an updated emergency contact or financial agreement form reviewed within the first six months of their admission date. Child #6 did not have an updated financial agreement form signed within the first six months of their admission date.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 18, 2026
3270.176(f) Prohibition using an 11-15 passenger vans
“During the renewal inspection, Certification Representative observed a 15-passenger van on premises. This vehicle is not regulated to transport children.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 18, 2026
3270.124(b)(6) Insurance coverage information
“During the renewal inspection, Certification Representative reviewed children files and child #5 did not have health insurance listed on the emergency contact form.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 17, 2026
May 29, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“During complaint investigation on 5/29/26, Certification Representative reviewed files for all staff working and staff person #1 did not have the child abuse clearance on file. Staff person #1 was in ratio in the cinnamon rolls room.”
Correction date in the state record: May 29, 2026
Nov 5, 2025Inspection8 rules cited
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“A renewal inspection was conducted on 11/5/2025. At that time, staff files were reviewed. Disclosure statement on file for staff person #1 was not witnessed or dated.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 5, 2025
3270.74 Emergency Numbers Posted
“A renewal inspection was conducted on 11/5/2025. At that time, emergency telephone numbers were not posted near the telephone in the Pumpkin Pies room.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 5, 2025
3270.106(a) Clean, age appropriate
“A renewal inspection was conducted on 11/5/2025. At that time, cots in the Mini Cookies room were numbered; however, corresponding list on the wall was blank. Additionally, there was an unlabeled pack-n-play in the Pumpkin Pies room. Staff in the pumpkin pies room reported that a child uses it to sleep.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 5, 2025
3270.124(b)(3)/3270.124(b)(6) Parent home/work address, phone/Insurance coverage information
“A renewal inspection was conducted on 11/5/2025. At that time, a sample of children's 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: Both parents' work addresses and work telephone numbers. Child #3: Health insurance coverage and policy number. Child #4: Mother's work address and work telephone number.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 10, 2025
3270.124(c) Each child care space
“A renewal inspection was conducted on 11/5/2025. At that time, emergency contact information for several children in the Mini Cookies room was not present while they were receiving care in that room. Additionally, an emergency contact form was missing for a child in the Pumpkin Pies room.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 5, 2025
3270.166(4) Bottles labeled
“A renewal inspection was conducted on 11/5/2025. At that time, two unlabeled bottles were observed in the Mini Cookies room.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 5, 2025
3270.192(5) Two written references
“A renewal inspection was conducted on 11/5/2025. At that time, staff files were reviewed. There was only one written, nonfamily reference in staff person #1's file.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 5, 2025
3270.131(d)(7) Free from contagious/communicable disease
“A renewal inspection was conducted on 11/5/2025. At that time, a sample of children's files were reviewed. Health assessment on file for child #3 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: Nov 6, 2025
Aug 20, 2025Inspection3 rules cited
3270.27(a)(3)/3270.27(a)(4) Contact when arises/Contact when ended
“An initial inspection was conducted on 8/20/2025. At that time, the parent letter explaining the facility's emergency plan that will be provided to families at enrollment did not include a method for facility persons to contact parents when an emergency situation arises or a method for facility persons to contact parents when an emergency situation ends and instruction on how to be reunited with children.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 21, 2025
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“An initial inspection was conducted on 8/20/2025. At that time, facility did not have proof of purchase of interconnected system on file.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 21, 2025
3270.27(a)(5) Emergency plan
“An initial inspection was conducted on 8/20/2025. During that time, the parent letter explaining the facility's emergency plan did not include accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 21, 2025
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FAQ
Questions about Smiley Kids Daycare
Is Smiley Kids Daycare licensed?
Yes. Smiley Kids Daycare is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
When was Smiley Kids Daycare last inspected?
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on June 16, 2026, with 12 rules cited. It lists 4 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Smiley Kids Daycare had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 24 rules across 4 of 4 visits in the last 3 years; 24 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 Smiley Kids Daycare care for?
90, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve school-age children.
Does Smiley Kids Daycare accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Smiley Kids Daycare's hours?
Monday to Saturday, 5:00 AM to 10:00 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Smiley Kids Daycare cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (610) 743-3634 to ask.
What is Smiley Kids Daycare's phone number?
(610) 743-3634.
Where is Smiley Kids Daycare?
131 N 6th St, Reading, PA 19601. The nearest other daycare we list is Happy Kydz Child Care Center, under 0.1 miles away.