Beautiful Beginnings Childcare
2061 Monongahela Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15218 · Allegheny County
1 core-safety citation in last 12 months
Keystone STAR 1
Beautiful Beginnings Childcare is a certified child care center in Pittsburgh, PA, with capacity for 64 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 1 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 4 times. The state cited 31 violations, 3 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for training & qualifications (8 of 31). 14 citations came in the last 12 months, including 1 on a core-safety topic. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is #104 of 251 centers in Pittsburgh and has more citations per inspection than 75% of Pennsylvania certified centers.
Inspection record
More citations than 75% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. More citations than most
#104 of 251 centers in Pittsburgh
3
Core-safety citations
28
Other citations
4
Inspections
0
Complaint investigations that found violations
31 citations from 5 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · 14 in the last 12 months · last inspected Jul 7, 2026
Every state visit
Violation found
No violation
Top row: inspections · bottom row: complaint investigations, self-reported incidents and other visits
What inspectors cited most
Training & qualifications
8
Records & paperwork
7
Health & medication
6
Building & playground safety
5
Background checks
3
Emergency preparedness
2
Citations, newest first
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
The file(s) for staff person(s) #1, #2, #5, #6 and #7 contained an incomplete state police clearance. The request(s) date(d): 07.07.2025, 03.24.2026, 06.26.2023, 10.17.2025 and 09.06.2024, respectively, but it lacked the dissemination date. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET) The FBI Clearance for Staff #1 was dated (07.08.2025) after their hire date, resulting in an incorrect provisional hire. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET) The file(s) for Staff Person(s) #3 contained Child Abuse (04.13.202 and 07.09.2025) and FBI Clearances (05.27.2020 and 07.02.2025) and NSOR Certificates (01.30.2020 and 07.03.2025) that were dated more than 60 months apart. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET) The file(s) for Staff Person(s) #5 contained an NSOR Certificate (03.16.202 and 07.07.2025) that were dated more than 60 months apart. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET)
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 7, 2026): “Make sure the full clearance is submitted to me”
Citation
Jul 7, 2026
Inspection
Emergency preparedness
Training regarding plan/Exp, educ., training at facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(c)/3270.192(2)(iii)
The file(s) for Staff #5 and #7 lacked documentation of Emergency Plan Training within 12 months of the last documented Emergency Plan Training dated: 03.2025. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET)
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 7, 2026): “All trainings will be completed in the appropriate time frame.”
Citation
Jul 7, 2026
Inspection
Building & playground safety
Contaminated trash in closed plastic-lined receptacle 55 Pa. Code §3270.67(d)
A trash receptacle in Hallway near the front entrance containing human secretions (dirty tissues) was not contained in a closed, plastic-lined receptacle.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 7, 2026): “I removed can immediately that was suppose to only be for dirty toys.”
Citation
Jul 7, 2026
Inspection
Building & playground safety
On excursions 55 Pa. Code §3270.75(d)
The First Aid Kits in Rooms #1 and #6 lacked tape.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 7, 2026): “On site I immediately added tape to each emergency kit”
Citation
Jul 7, 2026
Inspection
Health & medication
Initial health report for school age; accordance with school attendance/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(a)(4)/3270.181(c)
The file(s) for Child(ren) #3 (SA), enrolled for more than 60 days, lacked a health assessment from the child file. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET)
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 7, 2026): “All physicals will be received before a child is permitted to attend”
Citation
Jul 7, 2026
Inspection
Health & medication
Infant: updated health report every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(b)(1)/3270.181(c)
The file for Child(ren) #1 (INF) and #2 (YT) reflects that the most recent Updated Health Assessment was completed more than 6 months after the Initial Health Assessment. Specifically, the initial health assessment for Child(ren) #1 (INF) was dated: 12.29.2025 and the updated health assessment was dated: 07.07.2026 and Child #2 (YT) initial health assessment was dated 05.09.2025 and the updated health assessment was dated: 06.06.2026.(SEE LIS CODE SHEET)
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 7, 2026): “Make sure all physicals are received in a timely manner”
Citation
Jul 7, 2026
Inspection
Health & medication
Immunization record/ACIP recommended immunization record 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)
The file(s) for Child(ren) #3, all enrolled for at least 60 days, lacked written verification of immunizations. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET)
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 7, 2026): “Parent was contacted and shots were obtained”
Citation
Jul 7, 2026
Inspection
Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(i)
The two most recent Pediatric First Aid and Pediatric CPR Trainings for staff #3 (02.27.2024 and 05.22.2026) and #5 (02.07.2024 and 05.22.2026) were dated more than 24 months apart. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET)
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 7, 2026): “Pediatric First Aid was late but completed.”
Citation
Jul 7, 2026
Inspection
Training & qualifications
Fire safety - 1 yr. 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(ii)
The file(s) for Staff #4, #5 and #7 lacked documentation of Fire Safety Training within 12 months of the last documented Emergency Plan Training dated: 03.2025. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET) The last two fire safety trainings in the file for Staff #3 (03.2024 and 07.2025) are dated more than one year apart. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET)
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 7, 2026): “All trainings will be completed in the appropriate time frame.”
Citation
Jul 7, 2026
Inspection
Training & qualifications
Comply with CPSL 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)
The last two Mandated Reporter Trainings for staff person(s) #3 (10.28.2020 and 05.27.2026) were dated more than 60 months apart. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET)
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 7, 2026): “Make sure all staff renew mandated reporter trainings before their deadline”
Citation
Jul 7, 2026
Inspection
Training & qualifications
Staff evaluations 55 Pa. Code §3270.34(a)(6)
The file(s) for Staff Person(s) #5 lacked documentation of a Staff Evaluation within 12 months of the last documented Staff Evaluation dated: 03.2025. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET)
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 7, 2026): “Make sure staff evaluations are always completed yearly.”
Citation
Jul 7, 2026
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Services proceeded 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(3)
The Child Service Report(s) for child(ren) #1 and #2 did not include a six-month update from the last report. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET)
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 7, 2026): “Make sure all children have service reports every 6 months”
Citation
Jul 7, 2026
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Designated release persons 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(5)
The Fee Agreement Form(s) for Child(ren) file(s) #1 and #3 lacked the Release Person's Name(s). (SEE LIS CODE SHEET)
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 7, 2026): “Parents were contacted and the information filled in”
Citation
Jul 7, 2026
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Insurance coverage information 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(6)
The Emergency Contact Form(s) for Child(ren) #1 lacked the "Health Insurance/MA Coverage" and "Health Insurance/MA Policy Number." (SEE LIS CODE SHEET)
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 7, 2026): “Parents were contacted and insurance information put on form”
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Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
The file for Staff #1 lacked the FBI Clearance. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET) The file for Staff #2 contained a PA State Police Clearance labeled "Volunteer" and therefore was incorrectly provisionally hired. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET)
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 31, 2025): “Staff members were removed from the classrooms and retrieved their missing clearances. They were added to their files on 7/3.”
Citation
Jul 3, 2025
Inspection
Health & medication
12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(a)/3270.192(3)
The file for Staff #2 lacked a Health Assessment. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET)
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 31, 2025): “Staff will not be able to work until health assessment has been completed and turned in.”
Citation
Jul 3, 2025
Inspection
Training & qualifications
Comply with CPSL 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)
Staff Person #2 did not complete Mandated Reporter training within 90 days of their hire date. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET)
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 31, 2025): “Mandate reporter training was completed 1/7/25 and placed in her file,”
Citation
Jul 3, 2025
Inspection
Training & qualifications
Each staff person meets quals/Exp, educ., training prior to facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.33(a)/3270.192(2)(ii)
The file for Staff #1 lacked documentation of education making it unable to be determined if the individual qualified as a staff person. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET)
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 31, 2025): “Staff member was removed from the classroom and retrieved a copy of their diploma and it was added to their file.”
Citation
Jul 3, 2025
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Written emergency plan posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(e)
The written emergency transportation plan was missing from Rooms #1, #2, #3, #4., #5, #6 and #7.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 31, 2025): “A copy was placed in all classrooms 1-7.”
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
Staff File #3 lacked a Disclosure Statement. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET)
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 6, 2025): “Director had staff #3 sign a new disclosure statement.”
Citation
Jan 13, 2025
Inspection
Emergency preparedness
Training regarding plan/Exp, educ., training at facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(c)/3270.192(2)(iii)
The file for Staff #1 (See LIS for DOH) contained Emergency Plan Training dated 01.2025 which was not completed at time of initial employment or before. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET)
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 6, 2025): “The director went over training for the new location during the inspection with Staff #1 due to it being her first day back.”
Citation
Jan 13, 2025
Inspection
Building & playground safety
Clean, good repair, proper size 55 Pa. Code §3270.104(a)
The diaper changing table, in the main room, with loose screws was causing the table to be unstable posing a toppling or fall hazard.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 6, 2025): “Director went and got tools and tightened all screws to the changing table immediately.”
Citation
Jan 13, 2025
Inspection
Health & medication
Written consent 55 Pa. Code §3270.133(6)
There was medication, Epi-Pen, in Room 2 labeled for use by a specific child did not have written parental permission to administer. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET)
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 3, 2025): “The parent was called and she came to the center immediately to fill out a new parental permission to administer medication.”
Citation
Jan 13, 2025
Inspection
Health & medication
12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(a)/3270.192(3)
The file for Staff #2 lacked a Health Assessment and TB Test. (See IS CODE SHEET)
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 6, 2025): “Staff immediately left work and went to the Dr. to get a physical and a TB Test.”
Citation
Jan 13, 2025
Inspection
Training & qualifications
Each staff person meets quals/Exp, educ., training prior to facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.33(a)/3270.192(2)(ii)
The file for Staff #2 did not include hours/years of experience in childcare.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 3, 2025): “Owner contacted the parent of the child who she babysat for confirmation.”
Citation
Jan 13, 2025
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Insurance coverage information 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(6)
The Emergency Contact Form for Child #1 lacked the Health Insurance/MA Coverage and Health Insurance/MA Policy Number. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET)
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 6, 2025): “Director contacted the child's parents and she gave the insurance card information over the phone.”
Citation
Jan 13, 2025
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Name/address/phone release person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(7)
The Emergency Contact forms for child file #1 lacked the address of the listed release person. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET)
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 6, 2025): “Director contacted the child's parent and she gave grandmother's address over the phone.”
Citation
Jan 13, 2025
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
Staff #3 was lacking two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 6, 2025): “Staff printed out her references and they were put in her file.”
Citation
Oct 22, 2024
Inspection
Building & playground safety
110º F or less 55 Pa. Code §3270.69(b)
The water temperature in the bathroom sinks next to the diapering area, the water temperature was measured at 111.6 degrees which was accessible to children.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 22, 2024): “I turned the hot water valve off under the sinks.”
Citation
Oct 22, 2024
Inspection
Building & playground safety
Glass 55 Pa. Code §3270.81
The glass, front door located in a traffic area lacked a visual strip.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 22, 2024): “I put stickers on the glass doors.”
Citation
Oct 22, 2024
Inspection
Training & qualifications
Staff evaluations 55 Pa. Code §3270.34(a)(6)
Staff # 1 and #2 lacked a written evaluation within a minimum of 12 months of employment. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET)
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 22, 2024): “Wrote an evaluation and placed it in each staff file.”
“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.
About this center
Capacity
64 children
Certificate status
Regular
Certificate valid through
Oct 6, 2027
Operator
Bbelc LLC
Phone
—
State certificate #
CER-00260843
Common questions
Has Beautiful Beginnings Childcare had any serious violations?
Pennsylvania cited 3 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 Jul 7, 2026 (background checks): “The file(s) for staff person(s) #1, #2, #5, #6 and #7 contained an incomplete state police clearance. The request(s) date(d): 07.07.2025, 03.24.2026, 06.26.2023, 10.17.2025 and 09.06.2024, respectively, but it lacked…” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.
Have there been complaints about Beautiful Beginnings Childcare?
Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at Beautiful Beginnings Childcare since 2021. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.
What is Beautiful Beginnings Childcare’s Keystone STARS rating?
STAR 1, effective Mar 17, 2025. 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 Beautiful Beginnings Childcare compare with other daycares in Pittsburgh?
It is #104 of 251 centers in Pittsburgh by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 75% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.
When was Beautiful Beginnings Childcare last inspected?
Jul 7, 2026 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.
Who runs Beautiful Beginnings Childcare?
The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Bbelc 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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