Dreamers & Achievers Corporation
Dreamers & Achievers Corporation is a certified child care center in Wilmerding, PA, with capacity for 35 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 2 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 6 times. The state cited 27 violations, 2 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for building & playground safety (11 of 27). 6 citations came in the last 12 months. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is tied for #112 of 457 centers in Allegheny County and has more citations per inspection than 56% of Pennsylvania certified centers.
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While toddlers were using the indoor gross motor area, the top layer of the gym mat was peeling and could be easily torn off, creating a potential choking hazard for children who still place objects in their mouths.
In the Toddler Room, black cloth bins were stored on top of a 2×4 bookcase. One of the bins contained a green spray bottle with an unlabeled liquid.
In the corner of the Toddler Room near the window, there is what appears to be mortar dust on the floor, accessible to children who are still placing objects in their mouths.
Two, three-tier stainless steel carts on wheels were positioned in the hallway leading to the backroom, partially obstructing the clear egress path to the rear exit door.
While toddlers were using the indoor gross motor area, the bottom right cabinet door of the Home Depot play workbench had a sticker that was peeling, posing a potential choking hazard for children who are still placing objects in their mouths.
The Initial Child Health Report and Immunizations for Child Files #1 (OT; Dated: 10.18.2025) and #2 (PS; Dated:10.28.2025) were more than 60 days following the first day of attendance at the facility. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET)
The Child Abuse and NSOR Certificate in the files for Staff #1 were dated after their Date of Hire. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET)
In Room #1 on the back wall, was a White, Wooden 3 x 3 Cubicle which had a cracked, clear bin which poses a cutting hazard. In Room #1 behind the desk, paneling was separating in the corner which poses a cutting or pinching hazard. In Room #2, left of the door under the First Aid Kit was a clear bin with a cracked lid which poses a cutting hazard.
The Updated Child Health Assessment for Child #1 (Pre School -Age) and Child #2 (Older Toddler) were dated more than 12 months apart. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET)
The file for staff #2 contained an NSOR clearance that was obtained late. It was due 1/9/23 and was obtained 6/5/23. Staff #2 was not provisionally hired.
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The file for staff #1 lacks an updated health assessment. The health assessment was due 11/4/23.
Staff person #2 completed the following required pre-service trainings after 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): pediatric first aid and cpr. The training was due 4/9/23 and completed 5/30/23; health and safety training was due 4/9/23 and was completed 11/9/23.
Observed one loose plastic bag in the main room in a drawer under the television that was accessible to children who are still placing objects in their mouths.
The file for child #1 lacks a current health assessment. The health assessment on file exceeds 6 months. Child #1 is a young toddler.
A fire drill was not conducted between 3/1/22 and 5/23/22.
The operator did not provide the parent of each child enrolled with information on how to access the regulations in this chapter electronically.
A spray bottle containing bleach water was observed on a storage unit and could be accessible to children receiving care in the space.
The first aid kit in the Toddler Classroom was missing gauze.
Four areas of peeling paint were observed on the walls in the Toddler Classroom.
A high chair in the Infant Classroom was observed to be missing one of the chest straps.
The immunization records on file for Children #1 and #3 lacked verification that the children had received a current influenza vaccination. Written exemptions were not on file at the time of review. The immunization record on file for Child #2 lacked 1 of the 4 required pneumococcal vaccinations.
An expired Flovent Inhaler was observed in the Medication Box.
The health assessments on file for Facility Person #1 exceeded 24 months between examinations.
The emergency plan on file lacked information related to lock down procedures and accommodations for Infants, Toddler, Children with disabilities and Children with chronic medical conditions.
Verification that the facility had submitted annual notification to the local traffic authorities was not available at the time of the inspection.
The file for Facility Person #1 lacked a written evaluation that had been completed in the last 12 months.
The emergency contact form for Child #2 lacked an address for one of the release persons listed.
“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.) | $75.00 | $60.00 |
| Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) | $75.00 | $60.00 |
| Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) | $75.00 | $60.00 |
| Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) | $75.00 | $60.00 |
| Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) | $75.00 | $60.00 |
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 Dreamers & Achievers Corporation had any serious violations?
Pennsylvania cited 2 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 Nov 20, 2024 (background checks): “The Child Abuse and NSOR Certificate in the files for Staff #1 were dated after their Date of Hire. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET)” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.
Have there been complaints about Dreamers & Achievers Corporation?
Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at Dreamers & Achievers Corporation since 2021. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.
What is Dreamers & Achievers Corporation’s Keystone STARS rating?
STAR 2, effective Dec 9, 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 Dreamers & Achievers Corporation compare with other daycares in Allegheny County?
It is tied for #112 of 457 centers in Allegheny County by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 56% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.
When was Dreamers & Achievers Corporation last inspected?
Nov 10, 2025 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.
How much does Dreamers & Achievers Corporation cost?
It reported full-time daily rates of $75.00 for infant, $75.00 for young toddler, $75.00 for older toddler, $75.00 for preschool in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.
Who runs Dreamers & Achievers Corporation?
The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Dreamers & Achievers Corporation.
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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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