Childrens Adventure LRG CTR
Childrens Adventure LRG CTR is a certified child care center in Carnegie, PA, with capacity for 50 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 1 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 5 times. The state cited 48 violations, 4 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep). 5 citations came in the last 12 months. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is #4 of 8 centers in Carnegie and has more citations per inspection than 90% of Pennsylvania certified centers.
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The stairwell/exit to the front of the outside of the building was obstructed with cones, crates, shovels and children's bikes.
The fire detection system was not tested every 30 days during the time period between 5/8 and 6/8/2026.
The record for child #1 contained an initial health report dated more than 60 days following their first day of attendance; and the record for child #3 and #4, who have been in attendance for more than 60 days, did not include an initial health report.
Staff #1 completed mandated reporter training on 7/11/2025, which was more than 60 months following the date of their previous training on 3/3/2020.
The emergency contact information for child #2 did not include the address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
The record for staff #1 included a current state police clearance dated more than 60 months following the date of their previous clearance and lacked a current child abuse clearance. The record for staff #2 included a current child abuse clearance dated more than 60 months following the date of their previous clearance.
There were (2) sharp metal wires protruding from the chain link fence surrounding the outdoor play space that posed a potential hazard for children in care. Water-stained ceiling tiles were observed in the babyland room, the children's bathroom and the staff bathroom.
The record for child #1, who is a preschool child. contained a current health report dated more than 12 months following the date of their previous health report.
The record for staff #4 lacked a current health assessment.
The health assessment for staff #1 and #3 did not include the results of an examination for communicable diseases and the physician's or CRNP's assessment of the person's suitability to provide child care.
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Staff #2, #4 and #5 completed mandated reporter training more than 60 months following the date of their previous training.
The emergency contact information for child #1 and #3 lacked the work telephone number of the enrolling parent. The emergency contact information for child #2 lacked the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.
Loose sheets were observed in a crib, which posed a potential suffocation risk for the infant who was using the equipment.
The emergency plan was not posted in the facility.
The operator did not provide to the parent of each enrolled child a letter explaining the emergency procedures.
Trash that appeared to have been contaminated by human secretions was contained in a plastic-lined receptacle that was not closed.
A toaster on the counter in the preschool room was plugged in and accessible to children in care.
A door in the infant room that exits to the outside of the building was unable to be opened due to the mulch on the ground outside the door. The hallways throughout the facility that lead from the rooms to the exits from the facility were obstructed with furniture and equipment (2 children's tables, 3 adult benches, a playhouse, 3 cribs, a rocking chair, an infant seat, a toy storage bench, a children's bookshelf, a drying rack, a large storage tub containing blocks and multiple boxes/storage containers of supplies.)
A plastic storage bin that was cracked with a rough edge was observed under a bench in the hallway, accessible and posing a potential hazard to children in care.
There were (2) large stuffed animals with removeable eyes and labeled for use by children ages 3 and up observed in the infant room, accessible to children under age 3.
The record for child #2 lacked a current health report.
Medications (Ibuprofen and Anti-Monkey Butt w/Calamine) in the 2YO room were not labeled for the children for whom the medications were intended.
Written consent for administration of medications (Ibuprofen and Anti-Monkey Butt w/Calamine) observed in the 2YO room were not provided by a parent.
The record for staff #1 included a current health assessment dated more than 24 months following the date of their previous health assessment.
The facility's emergency plan did not provide for the continuity of operations. The operator's policy and procedure to identify the prevention of shaken baby syndrome, abusive head trauma, and child maltreatment did not address the identification and prevention of child maltreatment, as per Announcement C-22-03.
Emergency contact information for child #1 did not include health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits, if applicable.
Emergency contact information for child #1 did not include the name, address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
During a supervision assessment at 1:50 PM, naptime, a young toddler was observed sleeping with a blanket covering her face, so that she was not being properly supervised.
There were 2 missing toilet bolt covers on the toilet in the Green Square toilet stall in the preschool bathroom.
There was a cracked bin with sharp edges in the toddler room containing play people figures.
The two most recent health assessments on file for Child #3, who is a preschool age child, are dated 3/10/22 and 7/12/23, more than 1 year apart.
The immunization record on file for Child #2, who is 20 months old, does not include a current influenza vaccination, recommended annually by the ACIP for a child this age.
There was a bottle of liquid Tylenol in the Baby Land classroom labeled for use by child #2 which did not have written parental permission to administer.
Staff person #1 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Get Started with Center-based Care: Building Blocks for Quality.
The child service report on file for Child #2 is not dated, so it is unknown if it was completed timely.
The emergency contact form on file for Child #1 does not include the child's policy number for the child's health care benefits.
The file for Staff person #2 does not include 2 written non-family references attesting to the staff person's suitability to work in child care.
The file for Staff person #2 includes a signed disclosure statement that is not dated, making it invalid.
The current emergency plan on file does not include the required updated of volunteer emergency preparedness training and continuity of operations, which were required as of 7/1/22, as per Announcement C-22-04.
There was an outlet cover missing on the 2 year old room in the dramatic play area.
There was a fence pole in the upper corner of the outside play space that did not have a cap on it, with sharp edges on the exposed metal pipe and a sharp metal fence wire sticking up several inches from the middle of the fence pole.
There was no handwashing sign at the first sink in the first bathroom.
The most recent health assessment on file for Child #4, who is 3 years old, is dated 2/24/21, more than 12 months ago.
The current immunization record on file for Child # 2, who is 16 months old, includes 3 of 4 Pneumococcal vaccinations recommended for a child this age by the ACIP. The most recent influenza vaccination on file for Child #4, who is 3 years old, is dated 11/14/19, more than 1 year ago, which is recommended annually by the ACIP.
The file for Child #3, who has no immunizations, does not include a written exemption from the parent, citing a religious belief or strong personal objection equating to a religious belief.
According to the submitted fire drill log, fire drills were held on 12/23/21 and 3/1/22; and 9/23/21 and 11/24/21, more than 60 days apart.
According to the submitted 30 day test log for the interconnected smoke detectors, the detectors were tested on 10/19/21 and 11/19/21, more than 30 days apart.
The emergency contact form on file for Child #1 does not include the work address or telephone number for the enrolling parent.
“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 |
|---|---|---|
| Newborn (Under 6 Weeks) | $67.00 | — |
| Infant (6 Weeks-12 mos.) | $67.00 | — |
| Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) | $67.00 | — |
| Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) | $67.00 | — |
| Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) | $59.00 | — |
| Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) | $52.00 | $36.00 |
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 Childrens Adventure LRG CTR had any serious violations?
Pennsylvania cited 4 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 Aug 15, 2025 (background checks): “The record for staff #1 included a current state police clearance dated more than 60 months following the date of their previous clearance and lacked a current child abuse clearance. The record for staff #2 included a…” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.
Have there been complaints about Childrens Adventure LRG CTR?
Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at Childrens Adventure LRG CTR since 2021. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.
What is Childrens Adventure LRG CTR’s Keystone STARS rating?
STAR 1, effective Mar 30, 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 Childrens Adventure LRG CTR compare with other daycares in Carnegie?
It is #4 of 8 centers in Carnegie by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 90% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.
When was Childrens Adventure LRG CTR last inspected?
Aug 28, 2026 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.
How much does Childrens Adventure LRG CTR cost?
It reported full-time daily rates of $67.00 for newborn, $67.00 for infant, $67.00 for young toddler, $67.00 for older toddler in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.
Who runs Childrens Adventure LRG CTR?
The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Kristen A Sontag.
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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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