Alis Little Hands Learning Center LLC
Alis Little Hands Learning Center LLC is a certified child care center in Butler, PA, with capacity for 72 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 1 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 7 times. The state cited 49 violations, 5 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for health & medication (15 of 49). 12 citations came in the last 12 months. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is #4 of 11 centers in Butler and has more citations per inspection than 74% of Pennsylvania certified centers.
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On the outdoor preschool play space, there was a play structure that had a net that was torn and had a hole. On the outdoor toddler play space, there was a play structure that had multiple areas of the blue plastic surface that were peeling and coming apart.
In the toddler room, there was Mommy's Bliss Organic Baby Cough Syrup for child #1 that was expired.
According to the fire drill log, a current fire drill has not been conducted within the last 60 days as of 6-3-26, with the last fire drill being conducted on 1-16-26.
According to the log, the operator did not manually test the interconnected fire detection system in the facility at least once every 30 days between 1-16-26 to 2-20-26 and 2-20-26 to 3-24-26.
In the downstairs bathroom, there was a wall plate that was broken on the side with sharp edges and was accessible to children.
In the toddler room with 3 young toddlers that were walking and able to wash their hands, the sink used to wash hands had a stepstool that was at a height that the children were unable to reach the sink to wash their hands.
In the toddler room, there was Hyland's Kids Cough & Cold Medicine for child #5 that was not labeled with the child's name.
The file for staff person #1 had health assessments that exceeded 24 months between assessments.
The file for staff person #2 had a health assessment that lacked the professional title of the individual that signed the assessment.
The file for staff person #3 had current pediatric first-aid/CPR training with a completion date of 7-26-25 that was after the July 2024 expiration of the prior training.
The files for child #1, #3, and #4 lacked a current child service report updated within the last 6 months.
The files for child #1, #2, #3, and #4 lacked a current emergency contact form and agreement updated by the parent within the last 6 months.
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On 1-9-25, child #3 was observed in the hallway with a therapist, and a staff person was not present in the hallway to supervise the child, resulting in a 0:1 staff to child ratio.
On 1-9-25, child #3 was observed in the hallway with a therapist, and a staff person was not present in the hallway to supervise the child.
On 1-9-25, child #3 was observed in the hallway with a therapist, and a staff person was not present in the hallway to supervise the child.
The file for child #1 had a health assessment that lacked a statement that the child is able to participate in child care and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease.
The file for child #1 had a health assessment that lacked a statement that age-appropriate screenings recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics were conducted since the time of the previous health assessment.
In the toddler room, there was Zarbee's Cough Syrup for child #5 that was not labeled with the child's name.
In the toddler room, there was Tylenol for child #4 that lacked written parental consent for administration of the medication.
According to the log, the operator did not manually test the interconnected fire detection system in the facility at least once every 30 days between 8-23-24 to 9-27-24 and 10-21-24 to 11-21-24.
The file for staff person #1 had a staff evaluation that exceeded 12 months between evaluations.
The file for staff person #2, functioning as an aide, lacked verification of education to qualify as an aide.
The file for child #2 lacked a current emergency contact form and agreement updated by the parent within the last 6 months.
The file for staff person #2 had one written, nonfamily reference and lacked a second written, nonfamily reference.
The file for staff person #2, hired provisionally, had proof of application for the NSOR verification certificate at their start date and lacked the NSOR verification certificate within 45 days of their start date as required for a provisional hire and requires a current NSOR verification certificate. (See LIS CODE SHEET)
Staff person #1 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 training.
The file for staff person #2 had one written, nonfamily reference and lacked a second written, nonfamily reference.
The operator's letter provided to the parent of each enrolled child explaining the emergency procedures lacked the accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.
On the outdoor preschool play space, there were multiple holes in the turf surface that were a tripping hazard.
The file for child #1, a preschooler, had a health assessment that exceeded 12 months between assessments.
In the 3 year old preschool room, there was an inhaler for child #3 that lacked the original container with the prescription identifying that the medication was prescribed for that child.
In the toddler room, there was a bottle of Motrin Infants' Drops for child #2 that lacked written parental consent for administration of the medication.
The file for staff person #1 had a health assessment that exceeded 24 months between assessments.
According to the log, the operator did not manually test the interconnected fire detection system in the facility at least once every 30 days on multiple occasions within the last year.
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 training from a PQAS approved trainer and a PQAS approved curriculum. Staff person #2 completed the following required pre-service training on 1-11-24 that was over 90 days after their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Health and Safety Training in the topics of 3270.31(f)(1-9).
The file for staff person #4 had a Department of Education FBI clearance dated 3-18-22 and did not obtain a DHS FBI clearance until 1-5-23, which was after their start date at the facility. (See LIS CODE SHEET)
In the preschool room with 2 year olds present in the room, there were multiple pieces of synthetic plastic snow inside the sensory table that were less than 1 inch in diameter and were accessible to children who are still placing objects in their mouths.
The file for child #3, a school-age child, lacked an initial health assessment for a school-age child dated in accordance with the requirements for medical examinations for school attendance in 28 Pa. Code § 23.2 (relating to medical examinations).
The file for child #1, a 5 month old, had an immunization record that lacked documentation of the 2nd doses of the Rotavirus, DTAP, HIB, Pneumococcal, and Polio vaccinations by age 4 months in accordance with the schedule recommended by the ACIP and lacked exemption documentation.
The file for staff person #3 lacked a current health assessment updated within the last 24 months.
The operator lacked documentation of sending a copy of the updated emergency plan to the local municipality and to the county emergency management agency.
The file for staff person #2 had current pediatric first-aid and CPR training with a completion date of 8-7-21 that was after the April 2021 expiration of the prior training. The file for staff person #3 had current pediatric first-aid and CPR training with a completion date of 8-7-21 that was after the September 2020 expiration of the prior training.
Staff person #3 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Approved Health and Safety Training in the topics of 3270.31(f)(1-9).
Staff person #1 had mandated reporter trainings dated 12-18-15 and 12-28-20 that were over 60 months between trainings.
The file for child #2 had an emergency contact form that lacked the address and telephone number of the child's physician.
The plan for a lockdown was not included in the letter to parents explaining the emergency plan.
The arrival and departure times were not specified on the agreement on file for child #1.
The medical emergency transportation plan was not posted in the upstairs preschool/schoolage room.
The operator indicated that the parents had not yet been provided with information on how to access the regulations electronically.
“Core safety” marks citations about supervision and staff ratios, discipline and caregiver conduct, background checks, child protection and safe sleep, the topics our score weights most. Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity. “Follow-up” marks a violation re-cited at a follow-up visit, counted once. How scores work.
Daily rates
| Age group | Full time, per day | Part time, per day |
|---|---|---|
| Infant (6 Weeks-12 mos.) | $37.51 | $37.51 |
| Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) | $36.41 | $36.41 |
| Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) | $35.31 | $35.31 |
| Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) | $34.21 | $34.21 |
| Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) | $31.00 | $18.00 |
| Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.) | $31.00 | $18.00 |
The daily price the center lists in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search for families paying privately. The state notes that rates are subject to change and programs don’t have to share them, so confirm with the center. See what daycare costs in Pennsylvania.
About this center
Common questions
Has Alis Little Hands Learning Center LLC had any serious violations?
Pennsylvania cited 5 violations since 2021 on the topics Daycare Record treats as core safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep). The most recent, on Jan 9, 2025 (staff ratios): “On 1-9-25, child #3 was observed in the hallway with a therapist, and a staff person was not present in the hallway to supervise the child, resulting in a 0:1 staff to child ratio.” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.
Have there been complaints about Alis Little Hands Learning Center LLC?
Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at Alis Little Hands Learning Center LLC since 2021. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.
What is Alis Little Hands Learning Center LLC’s Keystone STARS rating?
STAR 1, effective May 23, 2020. Keystone STARS is Pennsylvania’s quality rating program for child care, from STAR 1 to STAR 4. It measures program quality, not inspection results, so read both.
How does Alis Little Hands Learning Center LLC compare with other daycares in Butler?
It is #4 of 11 centers in Butler by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 74% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.
When was Alis Little Hands Learning Center LLC last inspected?
Jun 3, 2026 (allocated unannounced monitoring). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.
How much does Alis Little Hands Learning Center LLC cost?
It reported full-time daily rates of $37.51 for infant, $36.41 for young toddler, $35.31 for older toddler, $34.21 for preschool in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.
Who runs Alis Little Hands Learning Center LLC?
The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Alis Little Hands Learning Center LLC.
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Citations are quoted from Pennsylvania Department of Human Services inspection records (Office of Child Development and Early Learning, Bureau of Certification Services), including each finding and the center’s plan of correction. Rule numbers refer mostly to 55 Pa. Code Chapter 3270, the rules for child care centers; a few cite Chapter 20, which covers every certified facility. Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; the “core safety” label and the score are Daycare Record’s.
To check the state’s own record, search the center’s name on COMPASS Child Care Provider Search and open its inspection history. Data refreshed Oct 16, 2026.
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