Bright Beginnings LRG CTR of California Area LLC
522 Pike Run Dr, Daisytown, PA 15427 · Washington County
1 core-safety citation in last 12 months
Keystone STAR 1
Bright Beginnings LRG CTR of California Area LLC is a certified child care center in Daisytown, PA, with capacity for 62 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 1 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 8 times. The state cited 26 violations, 5 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for health & medication (8 of 26). 2 citations came in the last 12 months, including 1 on a core-safety topic. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is #15 of 55 centers in Washington County and has fewer citations per inspection than 59% of Pennsylvania certified centers.
Inspection record
Fewer citations than 59% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. About typical
#15 of 55 centers in Washington County
5
Core-safety citations
21
Other citations
8
Inspections
0
Complaint investigations that found violations
26 citations from 8 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · 2 in the last 12 months · last inspected Apr 6, 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
Health & medication
8
Training & qualifications
5
Background checks
4
Records & paperwork
4
Building & playground safety
3
Supervision
1
Emergency preparedness
1
Citations, newest first
Comply with CPSL 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)
The current NSOR certificate for staff person #2 is dated 3/31/25, which is more than 60 months after the previous NSOR certificate that is dated 3/16/20.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 10, 2026): “The required updated NSOR was obtained.”
Citation
Apr 1, 2026
Inspection
Health & medication
Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(b)(2)
The current health assessment for child #1 (see LIS code sheet) is dated 8/15/25, which is more than 12 months after the previous health assessment that is dated 7/22/24.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 3, 2026): “Child #1 has a current health assessment. In the future I will make sure that parents know that the health report must be filled out every 12 months.”
Comply with CPSL 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)
The current DHS FBI clearance for staff person #1 is dated 10/14/24, which is more than 60 months after the previous clearance that is dated 10/2/19.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 15, 2025): “The DHS FBI clearance for staff person #1 is current and in the staff person's file.”
Citation
Apr 9, 2025
Inspection
Building & playground safety
Toxic use- no contamination 55 Pa. Code §3270.66(c)
Lysol spray and Clorox wipes were stored on wiring shelving above children's diapers. There was no bin to contain the cleaning materials.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 1, 2025): “The Lysol spray and Clorox wipes will be stored in a plastic tub to prevent contamination to children's diapers.”
Citation
Apr 9, 2025
Inspection
Health & medication
Infant: updated health report every 6 months 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(b)(1)
Child #2, a young toddler, had an initial health assessment dated 6/5/24. There was not an updated health assessment on file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 1, 2025): “A new health update will be obtained.”
Citation
Apr 9, 2025
Inspection
Health & medication
ACIP recommended immunization record 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(e)
Verification of immunizations for child #1 was attached to the child's initial health assessment, dated 3/2/23, which is more than 60 days after the child's date of admission (see LIS code sheet).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 28, 2025): “Verification of immunizations will be required within 60 days of enrollment.”
Citation
Apr 9, 2025
Inspection
Health & medication
Health information 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(a)
The initial health assessment for child #1 is dated 3/2/23, which is more than 60 days after the child's date of admission (see LIS code sheet).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 1, 2025): “A health form was obtained from the parents.”
Citation
Apr 25, 2024
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Name/address/phone release person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(7)
The child file for Child #1 contained an updated emergency contact information form that lacked the address for one of the individuals designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 26, 2024): “I will obtain the address.”
Citation
Jul 17, 2023
Inspection
Building & playground safety
Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance 55 Pa. Code §3270.95(a)/3270.95(b)
Upon review of the facility's 30-day fire testing documentation, the following tests were observed to have been conducted more than 30 days apart: 30-day test: 12/22/22 -- 1/27/23 (36 days), 1/27/23 - 2/27/23 (31 days)
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 17, 2023): “The alarms were tested on 3/20/23 which was within 30 days of previous test on 2/27/23.”
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
Staff person #1 has not completed the one-hour Pennsylvania Health and Safety Update 2022 training by 12/30/22 as required per announcement C-22-06. Staff person #4 was observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person #4 did not have current Pediatric First Aid/CPR training. This is evidenced by the previously documented Pediatric First Aid/CPR training with an expiration date of 4/1/23. Staff person #3, Staff person #5, and Staff person #7 have not completed the following pre-service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: Health and Safety Training; the Health and Safety training on file for Staff person #3 was completed after 6/30/18 and for Staff person #5 and Staff person #7 the training was completed prior to 9/30/16 and are not considered acceptable trainings. Staff person #3, Staff person #5, and Staff person #7 have not completed the following pre-service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: Pediatric First Aid/CPR training. This is evidenced by the previously documented Pediatric First Aid/CPR training with an expiration date of 4/1/23.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 2, 2023): “Staff will complete all required trainings. Staff person #1 completed the one hour updated training on 4-19-23. Staff person #4 completed First Aid/CPR training on 4-12-2023 Staff persons #3 completed Health and safety training on 4-17-2023 Staff person #5 completed Health and Safety training on…”
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Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
The staff file for Staff person #3 contained a current Child Abuse clearance dated 2/7/23 and a current State Police clearance dated 2/20/23 both of which were not renewed within 60 months of the previously dated 1/12/18 Child Abuse clearance and 1/4/18 State Police clearance expiring.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 1, 2023): “Staff member #3 has already received updated clearances.”
Citation
Apr 11, 2023
Inspection
Health & medication
Immunization record/Dismissal policy 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(3)
The child file for Child #1 and Child #2, who are preschool age, lacked a flu shot for 2022.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 1, 2023): “Child #1 and child #2 both had notes written by a parent, prior to them returning to care, stating that they did not wish their child to be vaccinated for the flu. These notes were added to their files.”
Citation
Apr 11, 2023
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 staff file for Staff person #3, contained a current health assessment dated 6/13/22 which was conducted more than 24 months from the previously dated 5/13/20 health assessment on file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 1, 2023): “Staff person #3 obtained a current health assessment on June 13, 2022.”
Citation
Apr 11, 2023
Inspection
Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(6)
An annual emergency drill conducted on 12/2/22 lacked the type of emergency conducted, special accommodations the facility used for any category of children, and any problems encountered that is required to be documented when conducting the emergency drill, per announcement C-22-04.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 1, 2023): “The correct Emergency Drill log was posted with required information included.”
Citation
Apr 11, 2023
Inspection
Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)
Staff person #1 and Staff person #2 have not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Health and Safety Training. Staff person #6 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Health and Safety Training and Pediatric First Aid/CPR; The Health the Health and Safety training on file for Staff person #6 was completed prior to 9/30/16 and is not considered acceptable training and the Pediatric First-Aid/CPR on file expired as of 4/1/23.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 2, 2023): “Staff will complete required trainings. They will be supervised at all times until trainings are complete. Staff persons #1 and #2 completed Pediatric First Aid/CPR Training on 4-21-2023. Staff person #6 completed Health and Safety Training on 4-16-2023. Staff person #6 completed First Aid/CPR…”
Citation
Apr 11, 2023
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Services proceeded 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(3)
The child file for Child #3 lacked a child service report.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 2, 2023): “A child service report for child #3 was written. A copy of this report was given to the child's mother.”
Citation
Apr 11, 2023
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Arrival/departure times 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(4)
The child file for Child #2 contained a financial agreement form that lacked the child's arrival and departure times.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 1, 2023): “Arrival and departure times were added to child #2's file with parent initialing those times.”
Citation
Apr 11, 2023
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos 55 Pa. Code §3270.181(c)
The child file for Child #3 contained a financial agreement and an emergency contact information form that were not reviewed and updated by the parent at least once in a 6-month period; the date of the most recent update for the financial agreement and emergency contact information form was 5/8/22.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 2, 2023): “Parent of child #3 will review emergency contact information and financial information and sign and date.”
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
The staff file for Staff person #3 lacked a valid State Police and Child Abuse clearance; the State Police clearance on file dated 8/1/16 and the Child Abuse clearance on file dated 8/23/16 are both more than 60 months old. The staff file for Staff person #4 lacked a State Police clearance on file prior to hire (See LIS CODE SHEET); a current State Police clearance is on file dated 1/27/22.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 29, 2022): “Staff #3 was removed until clearance was obtained. State Police Clearance was obtained on 4-19-22 for staff person #3. Child Abuse Clearance was applied for on 4-19-22 for staff person #3.”
Citation
Apr 19, 2022
Inspection
Health & medication
Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(b)(2)
The child file for Child #1, who is a preschool child, lacked an updated health assessment every 12 months; the last health assessment on file is dated 4/9/21.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 29, 2022): “The parent was requested to obtain the yearly health assessment.”
Citation
Apr 19, 2022
Inspection
Health & medication
12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(a)
The staff file for Staff person #2 contained a current health assessment dated 4/1/22 which was conducted more than 24 months from the previously dated 8/3/19 health assessment on file. The staff file for Staff person #3 contained a current health assessment dated11/18/21 which was conducted more than 24 months from the previously dated 8/29/19 health assessment on file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 29, 2022): “Staff person #2 obtained her health assessment 4-1-22. Staff person #3 obtained her health assessment 11-18-21.”
Citation
Apr 19, 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 facility has not been testing the fire detection system every 30 days as required by Act 62.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 4, 2022): “Since the yearly fire department inspection is no longer valid, the fire alarm will be tested monthly during fire drills. The fire alarm was tested today.”
Citation
Apr 19, 2022
Inspection
Training & qualifications
Fire safety - 1 yr. 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(ii)
The staff file for Staff person #1 lacked annual fire safety training for 2022; the last fire safety training on file is dated 3/9/21.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 3, 2022): “Staff person #1 will obtain Fire Safety with the rest of the staff on April 29, 2022.”
Citation
Apr 19, 2022
Inspection
Training & qualifications
Staff evaluations 55 Pa. Code §3270.34(a)(6)
The staff file for Staff person #3 lacked a staff evaluation every 12 months; the last documented evaluation on file is dated 8/27/20.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 4, 2022): “Director completed a staff evaluation of staff #3 on 4-19-22.”
Citation
Apr 19, 2022
Inspection
Training & qualifications
HS/GED/Exp, educ., training prior to facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.37(b)(1)/3270.192(2)(ii)
The staff file for Staff person #4, who is considered an Aide, lacked proof of education on file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 29, 2022): “Staff person #4 turned in her high school diploma for her file.”
Citation
Apr 19, 2022
Inspection
Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)
The staff file for Staff person #3 completed 6 out of 12 child care training hours between 12/19/20 - 12/19/21.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 3, 2022): “Staff#3 will obtain the 6 hours needed for last year as well as the 12 hours needed for this year.”
“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.) | $30.00 | $29.50 |
| Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) | $32.00 | $29.50 |
| Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) | $32.00 | $29.50 |
| Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) | $30.00 | $27.50 |
| Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) | $30.00 | $27.50 |
| Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.) | $30.00 | $27.50 |
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
62 children
Certificate status
Regular
Certificate valid through
Jul 8, 2027
Operator
Bright Beginnings LRG CTR Of California
Hours
Monday–Friday 7:30 AM–5:00 PM How Pennsylvania centers’ hours compare
Phone
(724) 938-7399
State certificate #
CER-00254041
Common questions
Has Bright Beginnings LRG CTR of California Area 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 Apr 6, 2026 (background checks): “The current NSOR certificate for staff person #2 is dated 3/31/25, which is more than 60 months after the previous NSOR certificate that is dated 3/16/20.” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.
Have there been complaints about Bright Beginnings LRG CTR of California Area LLC?
Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at Bright Beginnings LRG CTR of California Area LLC since 2021. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.
What is Bright Beginnings LRG CTR of California Area LLC’s Keystone STARS rating?
STAR 1, effective Mar 29, 2019. 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 Bright Beginnings LRG CTR of California Area LLC compare with other daycares in Washington County?
It is #15 of 55 centers in Washington County by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has fewer citations per inspection than 59% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.
When was Bright Beginnings LRG CTR of California Area LLC last inspected?
Apr 6, 2026 (unannounced monitoring). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.
How much does Bright Beginnings LRG CTR of California Area LLC cost?
It reported full-time daily rates of $30.00 for infant, $32.00 for young toddler, $32.00 for older toddler, $30.00 for preschool in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.
Who runs Bright Beginnings LRG CTR of California Area LLC?
The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Bright Beginnings LRG CTR Of California.
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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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