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Beth Shalom Early Childhood Dept

5915 Beacon St, Pittsburgh, PA 15217 · Allegheny County
1 core-safety citation in last 12 months Keystone STAR 4 (accredited)

Beth Shalom Early Childhood Dept is a certified child care center in Pittsburgh, PA, with capacity for 198 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 4 (accredited) rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 7 times. The state cited 83 violations, 8 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for records & paperwork (20 of 83). 4 citations came in the last 12 months, including 1 on a core-safety topic. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is tied for #190 of 251 centers in Pittsburgh and has more citations per inspection than 93% of Pennsylvania certified centers.

Inspection record

More citations than 93% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. Among the most cited
Tied for #190 of 251 centers in Pittsburgh
8 Core-safety citations
75 Other citations
7 Inspections
0 Complaint investigations that found violations
83 citations from 10 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · 4 in the last 12 months · last inspected Apr 15, 2026

Every state visit

2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom) Apr 15, 2026 · Inspection · citation found Jan 16, 2026 · Inspection · citation found Aug 5, 2025 · Report/investigation · citation found Feb 4, 2025 · Inspection · citation found Feb 21, 2024 · Inspection · citation found Jul 6, 2023 · Report/investigation · no citation Mar 28, 2023 · Report/investigation · citation found Mar 28, 2023 · Inspection · citation found Feb 13, 2023 · Inspection · citation found Feb 16, 2022 · Inspection · citation found
Violation found No violation Top row: inspections · bottom row: complaint investigations, self-reported incidents and other visits

What inspectors cited most

Records & paperwork 20
Health & medication 18
Building & playground safety 16
Training & qualifications 15
Emergency preparedness 6
Background checks 4
Supervision 3
Staff ratios 1

Citations, newest first

Core safety Apr 15, 2026 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)
Staff Person #2 completed Mandated Reporter training on 6/4/25 but did not complete within 90 days of their date of hire (See LIS Code Sheet). The file for Staff Person #3, who resided in the state of Maryland within the last five years, contained Maryland Child Abuse clearance results dated 4/10/26 but was completed after the staff person's first day working in a child care setting (See LIS Code Sheet). The files are now current.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 24, 2026): “Staff Person #2 completed Mandated Reporter training and it is in their file. The file for Staff Person #3 is now current.”
Citation Apr 15, 2026 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)
A determination could not be made if Staff Person #1 had a health assessment conducted on 3/7/25. The form on file was signed and dated by the physician, but the results from the assessment were not completed (boxes #1, #2, and #3).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 24, 2026): “Staff person #1 has a health assessment completed and signed by a physician dated 4/20/2026.”
Citation Apr 15, 2026 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)
Staff Person #2 completed the PA Health and Safety for Centers-Groups Part 2 training on 6/4/25 but did not complete within 90 days of their date of hire (See LIS Code Sheet).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 24, 2026): “The PA Health and Safety for Centers- Groups Part 2 training is complete and in staff person #2's file.”
Citation Jan 16, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance 55 Pa. Code §3270.95(a)/3270.95(b)
Facility files contained documentation of testing the fire detection system that exceeded 30 days between testing from 05/01/25 to 06/02/25, 08/01/25 to 09/02/25, 10/02/25 to 11/03/25, and 12/02/25 to 01/02/26.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 30, 2026): “The testing of the fire detection systems will be every 30 days. The fire detection system is now current with the required testing conducted within the last 30 days.”
Core safety Aug 5, 2025 Self-reported violation Staff ratios
Similar Age Level 55 Pa. Code §3270.51
Based on staff statements and video recording, on July 29, 2025, a fire drill was conducted at 10:00 AM. In Room 101, Staff Persons #1, #2, #3, and #4 evacuated two emergency cribs of 7 children leaving Child #1 behind in the room alone and unsupervised for approximately 1 minute and 28 seconds before the Head of Maintenance found Child #1 during a post-evacuation sweep.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 15, 2026): “Ratios are always adhered to and do not exceed the maximum group size per state ratios. On 7/29/2025 after the class exited, the facility person in charge of the additional sweep, reunited the child with the group.”
Core safety Aug 5, 2025 Self-reported violation Supervision
Supervised at all times 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(a)
Based on staff statements and video recording, on July 29, 2025, a fire drill was conducted at 10:00 AM. In Room 101, Staff Persons #1, #2, #3, and #4 evacuated two emergency cribs of 7 children leaving Child #1 behind in the room alone and unsupervised for approximately 1 minute and 28 seconds before the Head of Maintenance found Child #1 during a post-evacuation sweep.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 15, 2026): “On 7/29/2025 after the class exited, the facility person in charge of the additional sweep, reunited the child with the group. Tier 1 -- 7/29/25 Children will be supervised at all times in the center. Staff will count their children using the tag system before entering or exiting the classroom and/…”
Core safety Aug 5, 2025 Self-reported violation Supervision
Staff assigned to specific children 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(a)(1)
Based on staff statements and video recording, on July 29, 2025, a fire drill was conducted at 10:00 AM. In Room 101, Staff Persons #1, #2, #3, and #4 evacuated two emergency cribs of 7 children leaving Child #1 behind in the room alone and unsupervised for approximately 1 minute and 28 seconds before the Head of Maintenance found Child #1 during a post-evacuation sweep.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 15, 2026): “Staff in classrooms are assigned a specific group of children for supervision. Staff know each child in their group by name and can identify their whereabouts at all times. On 7/29/2025 after the class exited, the facility person in charge of the additional sweep, reunited the child with the group.”
Core safety Feb 4, 2025 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)
The file for staff person #5, who was hired provisionally, had documentation of application for child abuse and neglect and sex offender clearance for the state of North Carolina where the staff person resided in the five years prior to employment dated 11/26/24 but was after the staff persons date of hire (See IS Code Sheet). The file for staff person #5 now has documentation of clearance results for the state of North Carolina.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 18, 2025): “The file for staff person #5 has documentation of clearance results from North Carolina.”
Citation Feb 4, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less 55 Pa. Code §3270.65
In Room 101, an electrical outlet was observed to be missing a protective receptacle cover and was accessible to children under 5 years of age.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 18, 2025): “The electrical outlet in room 101 now has outlet cover on it.”
Citation Feb 4, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
No peeling paint or plaster 55 Pa. Code §3270.77(a)
In the outdoor preschool playground, childrens benches were observed to be chipping paint.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 19, 2025): “The benches on the playground will be repaired by our head of maintenance.”
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Citation Feb 4, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Handwashing signs 55 Pa. Code §3270.82(h)
A handwashing sign was not posted near one sink and one toilet in the restroom between Room 101 and Room 103.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 18, 2025): “A handwashing sign now hangs above all sings and toilets in the bathroom.”
Citation Feb 4, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Clean and good repair 55 Pa. Code §3270.102(a)
The resting mats in Room 104 and Room 203 were observed to be ripping on the edges exposing foam the interior and were not in good repair.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 18, 2025): “The nap mats will be repaired in rooms 104 and 203.”
Citation Feb 4, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
Physical examination 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(c)(1)
The file for staff person #3 has a current health assessment on file dated 1/16/25, but the previous health assessment on file dated 8/2/23 did not include a physical examination.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 18, 2025): “The staff person has a current health assessment on file.”
Citation Feb 4, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
Exam communicable disease 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(c)(3)
The health assessment on file for staff person #4 did not include an examination for communicable diseases and the results of that examination. The health assessment on file for staff person #6 included an examination for communicable diseases but did not include the results of the examination.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 25, 2025): “The health assessment for staff person #4 now includes the results of the examination. Staff person #6 will take the health form to their doctor's office to retrieve the results of the examination.”
Citation Feb 4, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance 55 Pa. Code §3270.95(a)/3270.95(b)
The facilities documentation of testing the fire detection system exceeded 30 days between multiple testings since 5/17/24.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 18, 2025): “The facility will ensure all testing of the fire detection system does not exceed 30 days.”
Citation Feb 4, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)
Staff person #1 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Health and Safety.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 28, 2025): “The file for staff person #1 includes pre service training for health and safety.”
Citation Feb 4, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Each staff person meets quals/Exp, educ., training at facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.33(a)/3270.192(2)(iii)
The file for staff person #2, identified as an assistant group supervisor, lacked qualification documents at the time of inspection.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 25, 2025): “The file for staff person #2 has the required qualification for identification as an assistant group supervisor.”
Citation Feb 4, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Posted in group space 55 Pa. Code §3270.111(b)
A written plan of daily activities was not posted in Room 208.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 28, 2025): “Room 208 now has a plan of daily activities hanging.”
Citation Feb 4, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Designated release persons 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(5)
The financial agreement form in the file for child #2 did not include the persons designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 28, 2025): “The financial agreement for child #2 now includes the persons designated by the parent for release.”
Citation Feb 4, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Admission date 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(6)
The financial agreement form in the file for child #2 did not include the date of the child's admission.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 28, 2025): “The child's agreement form now includes that date of admission.”
Citation Feb 4, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Parent home/work address, phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(3)
The emergency contact form in the file for child #1 lacked the enrolling parent's work address and telephone number.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 28, 2025): “The emergency contact form now includes the parents work address and telephone number.”
Citation Feb 21, 2024 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
The facility's emergency plan did not include requirements for volunteer emergency preparedness training, practice drills and continuity of operations (backing up or retrieving health and other key records/files and managing financial issues such as paying employees and bills during the aftermath of the disaster) to maintain compliance with 45 CFR § 98.41(a)(1)(vii)
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 8, 2024): “We will add the following to our emergency plan: requirements for volunteer emergency preparedness training, practice drills, and continuity of operations.”
Citation Feb 21, 2024 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Training regarding plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(c)
The file for Staff Person #1 did not include documentation of training in the facility's Emergency Plan conducted within the past 12 months. The files for Staff Person #6, 7 and 8, who have been working at the facility for more than 90 days, did not include documentation of initial training in the facility's Emergency Plan (See LIS Code Sheet).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 8, 2024): “Staff Person #1 will complete her annual emergency plan training. Staff persons 6,7, and 8 have completed their emergency plan training.”
Citation Feb 21, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76
Observed discolored ceiling tiles from water damage in the following areas: Corner of Room #102 (Infant Nap Room), Room #103 in the middle of ceiling near sprinkler, Room #104 above diaper table, and gym restroom. The gate in the infant room was wobbly, which creates a potential toppling hazard. The closet doors under the stage in the gym were not secured, which creates a potential pinch hazard.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 1, 2024): “All ceiling tiles with water damage will be replaced by April 5th. The gates in the infant room will be tightened and repaired by April 5th. We will secure the closet door under the stage in the gym.”
Citation Feb 21, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
No peeling paint or plaster 55 Pa. Code §3270.77(a)
Observed in the Infant Room #101: peeling paint at the bottom of the gate on the left side of the room. Flaking plaster at the bottom of the wall near the entrance gate.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 1, 2024): “The peeling paint and plaster will be repaired.”
Citation Feb 21, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Clean and good repair 55 Pa. Code §3270.102(a)
Observed dirt and debris under the mats of the diaper changing tables in the infant and toddler rooms.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 21, 2024): “The dirt and debris under the mats was cleaned.”
Citation Feb 21, 2024 Inspection Health & medication
Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months/Initial and subsequent health reports 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(b)(2)/3270.182(1)
The most recent updated health reports in the file for Child #5, a Preschool Child, exceeded 12 months between reports.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 21, 2024): “The health reports are in the child's file.”
Citation Feb 21, 2024 Inspection Health & medication
Name on bottle 55 Pa. Code §3270.133(3)
Observed in the medicine box in the toddler room, a bottle of eye drops, which were not labeled with the name of Child #2, for whom the medication was intended.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 21, 2024): “The child's name was added to the medication.”
Citation Feb 21, 2024 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 TB Screening in the file for Staff Person #2 was conducted more than 12 months prior to the staff person's start date and is not valid (See LIS Code Sheet).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 21, 2024): “This staff person is no longer working in the ELC.”
Citation Feb 21, 2024 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Every 60 days 55 Pa. Code §3270.94(a)(1)
The fire drill log documented three times when fire drills exceeded 60 days: 2/1/23-4/20/23, 4/20/23-6/27/23, and 6/27/23-8/29/23.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 21, 2024): “Self- Corrected. The fire drill logs are in the ELC office.”
Citation Feb 21, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance 55 Pa. Code §3270.95(a)/3270.95(b)
Based on review of the fire drill/fire system check log, the fire detection/alarm system has not been tested every 30 days.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 3, 2024): “In the past, we have always provided DHS with an annual fire inspection letter. This year, it was explained to us that we must conduct 30-day tests because the LE Congregation Beth Shalom is also the LE of our facility. We have always set the system off for our fire drills, which are every sixty…”
Citation Feb 21, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)
The Health and Safety Trainings in the files for Staff Person #1 and #2 were conducted more than 90 days after the staff persons' first day working in child care. The Pediatric First Aid/CPR Trainings in the files for Staff Person #3 and #5 were conducted more than 90 days after the staff persons' first day working in child care (See LIS Code Sheet).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 21, 2024): “Staff person #2 is no longer working in the ELC. The training for staff person #1 is in their file. The Pediatric First Aid/ CPR training for staff persons 3 and 5 are in their files.”
Citation Feb 21, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)
Staff person #4 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire: Health and Safety Training (see LIS code sheet).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 21, 2024): “Staff person #4 has completed the training.”
Citation Feb 21, 2024 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 Person #9, an aide, did not include documentation of a high school diploma.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 3, 2024): “Staff persons #9 now has a copy of their high school diploma.”
Citation Feb 21, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Parent receives original 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(b)
The fee agreements in the child files which were reviewed were the original documents.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 21, 2024): “Parents will be given the original fee agreements and copies will be kept in their files in the ELC office.”
Citation Feb 21, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Insurance coverage information 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(6)
The Emergency Contact forms in the files for Child #1 and #4 did not include health insurance coverage and policy numbers.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 3, 2024): “The parents have added the information to the emergency sheets.”
Citation Feb 21, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Name/address/phone release person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(7)
The Emergency Contact forms in the files for Child #1 and #3 did not include the release persons addresses.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 3, 2024): “The parents have added the addresses to the emergency contact sheets.”
Citation Feb 21, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos 55 Pa. Code §3270.181(c)
The Emergency Contact Forms and Fee Agreements in the files for Child #4 and #6 have not been updated by the parents in the past six months.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 3, 2024): “The parents of children #4 and#6 have completed their review of paperwork.”
Citation Feb 21, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission/Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(3)/3270.182(5)
The Emergency Contact Form in the file for Child #4 did not include signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 8, 2024): “The parent will sign the required sections of the emergency form.”
Citation Mar 28, 2023 Incident investigation Health & medication
Special diet - parent's instructions 55 Pa. Code §3270.133(8)
While having breakfast, child #1 ingested a dairy product which based on written parental instructions, the child is not permitted to have due to an allergy.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 4, 2023): “Child #1 has a special diet which the parents have provided. Child #1 is not to have dairy and eggs. The parent has provided medications (Zyrtec and EpiPen) with instruction in the event of an exposure to her allergen. Child #1 's cups are placed in a designated area that is away from the other…”
Citation Mar 28, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)
Staff person #1 and 2 have not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): pediatric first aid and pediatric CPR
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 5, 2023): “Staff #1 and 2 will be supervised until they have the full pediatric first aid and CPR training. If it is not completed by 4/12/2023, they will be removed until the training is complete.”
Citation Mar 28, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)
Documentation of completion of the training on the health and safety topics listed in subsections (f)1-10 was completed on 3/14/2023 by facility person #2, which was more than 90 days from their start date at the facility (see coded LIS sheet).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 28, 2023): “The training is now complete.”
Citation Feb 13, 2023 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 person #3 lacked emergency plan training that was completed 12 months from the previous emergency plan training. The emergency plan training in the file is dated 8/26/21 and 10/22/22.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 10, 2023): “The file for staff person #3 has an emergency plan training.”
Citation Feb 13, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76
On the left hand side wall on the second mat a hole was observed creating a visible hazard.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 10, 2023): “The hole in the mat is now repaired. It was repaired the day of the visit by head of maintenance.”
Citation Feb 13, 2023 Inspection Health & medication
Child's health history 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(d)(1)
The file for child #3 lacked a health report that included a review of the child's health history.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 10, 2023): “The health report for child #3 now includes a review of the child's health history.”
Citation Feb 13, 2023 Inspection Health & medication
Free from contagious/communicable disease 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(d)(7)
The file for child #3 lacked a health report that included a statement that the child is able to participate in child care and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 10, 2023): “The health report for child #3 now includes a statement that the child is able to participate in child care and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease.”
Citation Feb 13, 2023 Inspection Health & medication
Original container/Name on bottle 55 Pa. Code §3270.133(1)/3270.133(3)
In Room 206 and Room 208 two albuterol inhalers (one in each room) were observed to not be in the original container labeled with the name of the medication and the name of the child for whom the medication is intended.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 10, 2023): “The inhalers in room 206 and 208 now have prescription labels and original packaging.”
Citation Feb 13, 2023 Inspection Health & medication
12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(a)
The file for staff person #4 lacked a health assessment that was completed 12 months from the previous health assessment. The health assessments in the file are dated 1/14/20 and 2/7/22.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 10, 2023): “The file for staff person #4 has a health assessment.”
Citation Feb 13, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
Fire safety - 1 yr./Exp, educ., training at facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(ii)/3270.192(2)(iii)
The file for staff person #1 lacked firesafety training that was completed 12 months from the previous firesafety training. The firesafety training in the file is dated 1/3/22 and 1/6/23. The file for staff person #3 lacked firesafety training that was completed 12 months from the previous firesafety training. The firesafety training in the file is dated 1/4/21 and 9/7/22. The file for staff person #4 lacked firesafety training that was completed 12 months from the previous firesafety training. The firesafety training in the file is dated 1/3/22 and 1/9/23. The file for staff person #5 lacked firesafety training that was completed 12 months from the previous firesafety training. The firesafety training in the file is dated 1/3/22 and 1/6/23. The file for staff person #7 lacked firesafety training that was completed 12 months from the previous firesafety training. The firesafety training in the file is dated 1/3/22 and 1/10/23. The file for staff person #9 lacked firesafety training that was completed 12 months from the previous firesafety training. The firesafety training in the file is dated 1/3/22 and 1/7/23.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 10, 2023): “The files for staff persons # 1, 3, 4, 5, 7, and 9 have fire safety training complete.”
Citation Feb 13, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
Staff evaluations 55 Pa. Code §3270.34(a)(6)
The file for staff person #1 lacked a staff evaluation that was completed 12 months from the previous evaluation. The staff evaluations in the file are dated 12/9/21 and 1/4/23. The file for staff person #2 lacked a staff evaluation that was completed 12 months from the previous evaluation. The staff evaluations in the file are dated 12/16/21 and 1/3/23.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 10, 2023): “The files for staff persons 1 and 2 include a staff evaluation.”
Citation Feb 13, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Information re: special needs 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(5)
The file for child #1 lacked emergency contact information that included information on the child's special needs, as specified by the child's parent, physician, physician's assistant or CRNP, which is needed in an emergency situation.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 13, 2023): “The emergency contact sheet for child #1 will be updated by the parent.”
Citation Feb 13, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(5)
The file for child #2 lacked emergency contact information that included signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff prior to admission.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 10, 2023): “The file for child #2 now has the signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by a facility person.”
Citation Feb 13, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training/Exp, educ., training at facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)/3270.192(2)(iii)
The file for staff person #6 lacked 12 clock hours of child care training between 12/19/21 and 12/19/22. There were 9 hours of child care training in the file between 12/19/21 and 12/19/22. The file for staff person #8 lacked 12 clock hours of child care training. There were 9 hours of child care training in the file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 10, 2023): “The file for staff person #6 now has 12 clock hours of training. The staff person completed a 3 hour professional development course.”
Core safety Feb 16, 2022 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
The NSOR certificate on file for Staff person #2, a provisional hire, with a hire date of 8/30/21, is dated 10/21/21, more than 45 days after hire. The disclosure statement on file for Staff person #5, with a hire date of 11/19/21, is dated 1/19/22, after hire. The signed disclosure statement on file for Staff person #6 is not dated.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 4, 2022): “Upon hire, new staff will be given access and instruction on requesting their NSOR clearance. Director will check in after two weeks on status. Disclosure statements will be signed on first day of employment, prior to entering classroom. Staff person #6 is no longer an employee, so her disclosure…”
Core safety Feb 16, 2022 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
The file for Staff person #4, with a hire date of 8/30/21, has a PA Child Abuse clearance, dated 7/21/20, that was obtained for volunteer purposes. The file for Staff person #6, with a hire date of 11/15/21, and who requires out of state clearances from Delaware, where she resided in the previous 5 years, does not include a Delaware Child Abuse and Neglect clearance or Delaware Sex Offender registry check. The file for Staff person #8, with a hire date of 10/6/21, and who requires out of state clearances from Virginia, where she resided in the previous 5 years, does not include a Virginia Child Abuse and Neglect clearance.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 4, 2022): “Staff person #4 was removed from the classroom until she obtained her PA Child Abuse Clearance for Employment. Staff person #6 no longer works for the ELC so she will not be obtaining her DE clearances. Staff Person #8 was removed from the classroom while awaiting her VA Child Abuse clearance.”
Core safety Feb 16, 2022 Inspection Supervision
Aides supervised all times 55 Pa. Code §3270.37(c)
During the renewal inspection on 2/16/22, at approximately 10:00 AM, a staff person, who is classified as an aide, was observed to be unsupervised in the infant nap room with 4 infants on several brief occasions over a 3-5 minute period while infants were being transferred from the infant room to the infant nap room by another staff person, through the diaper changing room which is approximately 7 foot long room and separates the infant room and nap room.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 12, 2022): “Infants will be transfered from the awake room (101) to the nap room (102) using an evacuation crib. This way 4 infants can be taken by one AGS or GS from one room to the other via the changing room (7 foot long room) and remain in ratio. The Aide will be supervised by the AGS or GS when in either…”
Citation Feb 16, 2022 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 person #3, with a hire date of 8/30/21, does not include verification of emergency plan training at hire. The most recent emergency plan training on file for Staff person #9, dated 10/6/21, more than 1 year after the previous training, dated 8/19/19. The file for Staff person #12, with a hire date of 11/1/21, includes verification of emergency plan training completed 1/27/22, not at hire.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 4, 2022): “Staff members will receive emergency training upon hire and documentation of their training with be kept. Staff person #3 will receive training regarding the emergency plan.”
Citation Feb 16, 2022 Inspection Building & playground safety
Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less 55 Pa. Code §3270.65
There was an outlet under the chalkboard, which is accessible to children in Room 201 that did not have outlet covers. There was an extension cord in use in Room 201 which is accessible to children that had an unused plug that did not have an outlet cover.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 4, 2022): “Outlet covers were placed in the outlet under the chalkboard and in the extension cord.”
Citation Feb 16, 2022 Inspection Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76
There was a hole in the wall, with exposed drywall, in Room 201, next to the "Sight words" wall hanging. There were five holes in the padding on the wall in the gym, with exposed foam filling.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 12, 2022): “The wall will be patched and painted by maintenance by May 2, 2022. The pad in the gym will be repaired.”
Citation Feb 16, 2022 Inspection Building & playground safety
No peeling paint or plaster 55 Pa. Code §3270.77(a)
The benches in the outdoor playground had several areas of peeling paint.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 12, 2022): “The benches on the outdoor playground will be sanded and painted when the weather allows, estimated to be completed by May 1.”
Citation Feb 16, 2022 Inspection Building & playground safety
Clean and good repair 55 Pa. Code §3270.102(a)
The dramatic play area in Room 203 had a toy dishwasher that included a plastic bin which had a broken piece on the corner.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 4, 2022): “The plastic bin with the broken piece on the corner was removed and thrown in the trash on the day of the site visit.”
Citation Feb 16, 2022 Inspection Health & medication
Immunization record/Exemption documentation from parent/guardian 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(1)
The current immunization record on file for Child #1 does not include an influenza vaccination administered in the last calendar year. The current immunization record on file for Child #3, who is 6 months old, includes 1 of 2 Hepatitis B vaccinations, 1 of 2 Rotavirus vaccinations, 1 of 2 DTAP vaccinations, 1 of 2 Pneumococcal vaccinations, and 1 of 2 Polio vaccinations that are recommended for a child this age.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 4, 2022): “Child #1 will be going to the doctor on March 23 when he will receive an influenza vaccination and provide an updated immunization record thereafter. Child #3 provided an updated immunization record which documents she is up to date on the noted vaccinations.”
Citation Feb 16, 2022 Inspection Health & medication
ACIP recommended immunization record 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(e)
The initial immunization record on file for Child #1, with an enrollment date of 8/30/21, is dated 11/3/21, more than 60 days after enrollment.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 4, 2022): “Prior to enrollment, parents will be notified that they need to provide a health form and immunization record prior to or within 60 days of their child's enrollment. Child #1 has an immunization record on file at this time.”
Citation Feb 16, 2022 Inspection Health & medication
Original label 55 Pa. Code §3270.133(5)
There was a bottle of children's Tylenol in Room 206 labeled for use by a child which had expired 1/2022.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 4, 2022): “The bottle of Tylenol was removed from the classroom and safely disposed of on the day of the site visit.”
Citation Feb 16, 2022 Inspection Health & medication
Written consent 55 Pa. Code §3270.133(6)
There was a bottler of Zyrtec in Room 103 labeled for use by a child which did not have written parental consent to administer. There was a bottler of Tylenol in Room 104 labeled for use by a child which did not have written parental consent to administer.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 26, 2022): “Parent of child in Room 103 signed the parental consent to administer Zyrtec on 2/16/22. Parent of child in Room 104 signed the parental consent to administer Tylenol on 2/16/22.”
Citation Feb 16, 2022 Inspection Health & medication
12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(a)
The 2 most recent health assessments on file for Staff person #9 are dated 8/6/19 and 9/7/21, more than 24 months apart. The 2 most recent health assessments on file for Staff person #10 are dated 1/3/20 and 1/24/22, more than 24 months apart. The 2 most recent health assessments on file for Staff person #11 are dated 2/21/19 and 2/22/21, more than 24 months apart.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 4, 2022): “Staff members will be asked to provide updated health assessments when they have annual physicals. If it has been 18 months since their last health assessment, they will be reminded one needs to be completed by the 24 month date. Staff #9, #10, and #11 have a current health assessment on file.”
Citation Feb 16, 2022 Inspection Health & medication
Physical examination/Health assessment, TB test 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(c)(1)/3270.192(3)
The current health assessment on file for Staff person #13, states the physician or health care professional did not complete a physical examination.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 4, 2022): “Staff Person #13 took the form back to her physician or health care professional who initialed that a physical examination had been completed.”
Citation Feb 16, 2022 Inspection Health & medication
Mantoux TB/Health assessment, TB test 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(c)(2)/3270.192(3)
The initial Tuberculosis screening on file for Staff person #4, with a hire date of 8/30/21, is dated 8/19/20, more than 1 year prior to hire in a child care position.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 3, 2022): “Staff Member #4 will get a new TB test since hers was dated more than 12 months prior to her first day caring for children in the ELC. Documentation of her TB test will be submitted to DHS and retained in her record.”
Citation Feb 16, 2022 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Every 60 days 55 Pa. Code §3270.94(a)(1)
The fire drill log included fire drills dated 1/6/21-3/10/21; 3/10/21-5/11/21; 5/11/21-7/29/21; 7/29/21-10/7/21-1/3/22, which are all more than 60 days apart.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 24, 2022): “Fire drills will be scheduled less than 60 days apart to remain in compliance with the regulation.”
Citation Feb 16, 2022 Inspection Building & playground safety
Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance 55 Pa. Code §3270.95(a)/3270.95(b)
The 30 day test log for the fire alarm testing are dated 2/1/21-3/10/21; 3/10/21-4/15/21; 6/7/21-7/29/21; 9/6/21-10/7/21; and 10/7/21-11/8/21, which are all more than 30 days apart. The facility does not have proof of purchase of the fire alarm detection system, as required by L&I and Act 62.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 24, 2022): “Fire alarm tests will be scheduled within 30 days of test/drills to maintain compliance with the regulation. An Act 62 Attestation will be signed in lieu of proof of purchase of the alarm.”
Citation Feb 16, 2022 Inspection Training & qualifications
Comply with CPSL/Exp, educ., training at facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(2)(iii)
The file for Staff person #1, with a hire date of 3/8/21, has verification of completed mandated reporter training dated 6/9/21, more than 90 days after hire.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 4, 2022): “Upon hire, new staff will be given access and instruction on completing the mandated reporter training. Director will check in every 2 weeks to ensure that the course will be completed within the 90 day window. Staff person #1 completed the required training.”
Citation Feb 16, 2022 Inspection Training & qualifications
Staff evaluations 55 Pa. Code §3270.34(a)(6)
The 2 most recent staff evaluations on file for Staff person #9 are dated 1/12/20 and 1/26/22, more than 1 year apart.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 4, 2022): “Staff member returned from over a year's leave of absence on August 30, 2021. Evaluaton was completed 5 months thereafter.”
Citation Feb 16, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Physician name, address, phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(2)
The emergency contact form on file for Child #1 does not include a complete address for the child's physician/health care provider.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 4, 2022): “The emergency contact form was updated with the complete address of the physician/health care provider.”
Citation Feb 16, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Parent home/work address, phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(3)
The emergency contact form on file for Child #1 does not include a complete address or telephone number for where the enrolling parent works.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 4, 2022): “Parent will provide enrolling parent employment address and telephone number to add to emergency contact form.”
Citation Feb 16, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Written consent/Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(4)/3270.182(3)
The file for Child #2 does not include written parental consent for the facility to obtain emergency medical care.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 4, 2022): “Parent of child #2 signed the consent for the facility to obtain emergency medical care on 2/16/2022.”
Citation Feb 16, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Information re: special needs 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(5)
The emergency contact form on file for Child #2 does not indicate if the child has any special medical needs or disabilities, as required in event of an emergency.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 7, 2022): “Parent will note any special medical needs or disabilities on the form”
Citation Feb 16, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Insurance coverage information 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(6)
The emergency contact form on file for Child #1 does not include the health insurance coverage and policy number for the child's health insurance coverage.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 4, 2022): “Health insurance coverage and policy number were added to Child #1's emergency contact form on file.”
Citation Feb 16, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Name/address/phone release person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(7)
The emergency contact form on file for Child #1 does not include a complete address for all listed release persons.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 4, 2022): “The complete address for all listed release persons for Child #1 was added to the emergency contact form.”
Citation Feb 16, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Each child care space 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(c)
There was a child receiving care in the Infant room (101) and nap room (102) without her emergency contact form being in the room.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 12, 2022): “The child's emergency contact form was provided and added to the other children's forms in the infant room (101) and nap room (102)”
Citation Feb 16, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(5)
The file for Child #2 does not include written parental consent for the facility to administer minor first aid procedures.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 4, 2022): “Parent of Child #2 gave written parental consent for the facility to administer minor first aid procedures by signing the emergency form on 2/16/2022.”
Citation Feb 16, 2022 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR/Exp, educ., training at facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)(10)/3270.192(2)(iii)
The file for Staff person #6, with a hire date of 11/15/21, lacked documentation of current certification in pediatric first-aid and CPR, which was due 90 days (2/13/22) following the hire date. The file for Staff person #7, with a hire date of 9/3/21, lacked documentation of current certification in pediatric first-aid and CPR, which was due 90 days (12/2/21) following the hire date. The file for Staff person #8, with a hire date of 10/6/21, lacked documentation of current certification in pediatric first-aid and CPR, which was due 90 days (1/4/22) following the hire date. The files for Staff #13, an existing staff member, lacked documentation of current certification in pediatric first-aid and CPR, which was due180 days following the implementation of the current regulations.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 13, 2022): “Staff person #6 and #7 are no longer employed. Staff persons #8 and 13 have completed the online portion of the Pediatric First Aid & CPR and will take the in-person portion on March 23.”
Citation Feb 16, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations 55 Pa. Code §3270.25(a)
The facility did not have verification of notifying parents of enrolled children on how to access the regulations in this chapter electronically.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 4, 2022): “The link for the DHS regulations has been added to our Beth Shalom ELC website. Parents will be directed there for access. A flyer with the information has also been placed on the Parent Information Board in the ELC Lobby. Photos of both have been provided via email.”
Citation Feb 16, 2022 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training/Exp, educ., training at facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)/3270.192(2)(iii)
The file for Staff person #9, who was hired prior to 12/19/20, does not include 12 hours of annual training between 12/19/20-12/19/21, as required by Announcement C-21-09. The file for Staff person #11, who was hired prior to 12/19/20, does not include 12 hours of annual training between 12/19/20-12/19/21, as required by Announcement C-21-09. The file for Staff person #13, who was hired prior to 12/19/20, does not include 12 hours of annual training between 12/19/20-12/19/21, as required by Announcement C-21-09.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 2, 2022): “Staff persons #9, 11 & 13 will have completed the necessary hours to fulfill the 12 hours. Documentation of these hours will be provided.”

“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.

Complaint investigations and reported incidents

Violation found Aug 5, 2025 Self-reported violation
3 violations cited, listed under Citations.
Violation found Mar 28, 2023 Incident investigation
1 violation cited, listed under Citations.

Pennsylvania’s search lists complaint investigations in which the state found at least one violation (“verified complaints”). It does not say what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it. Incident investigations look into something that happened at the center; self-reported violations are ones the center reported to the state itself.

Daily rates

Age group Full time, per day Part time, per day
Infant (6 Weeks-12 mos.) $92.82 —
Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) $83.39 —
Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) $83.39 —
Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) $72.44 —

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

Capacity 198 children
Certificate status Regular
Certificate valid through Apr 24, 2027
Keystone STARS STAR 4 (accredited)
since May 31, 2026 · what STARS means
Operator Congregation Beth Shalom
Hours Monday–Friday 7:00 AM–6:00 PM How Pennsylvania centers’ hours compare
Phone (412) 421-8857
State certificate # CER-00255085
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Common questions

Has Beth Shalom Early Childhood Dept had any serious violations?

Pennsylvania cited 8 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 Apr 15, 2026 (background checks): “Staff Person #2 completed Mandated Reporter training on 6/4/25 but did not complete within 90 days of their date of hire (See LIS Code Sheet). The file for Staff Person #3, who resided in the state of Maryland within…” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.

Have there been complaints about Beth Shalom Early Childhood Dept?

Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at Beth Shalom Early Childhood Dept since 2021. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.

What is Beth Shalom Early Childhood Dept’s Keystone STARS rating?

STAR 4 (accredited), effective May 31, 2026. 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 Beth Shalom Early Childhood Dept compare with other daycares in Pittsburgh?

It is tied for #190 of 251 centers in Pittsburgh by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 93% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.

When was Beth Shalom Early Childhood Dept last inspected?

Apr 15, 2026 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.

How much does Beth Shalom Early Childhood Dept cost?

It reported full-time daily rates of $92.82 for infant, $83.39 for young toddler, $83.39 for older toddler, $72.44 for preschool in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.

Who runs Beth Shalom Early Childhood Dept?

The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Congregation Beth Shalom.

Certified centers nearby

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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