Eastminster Child Care
Eastminster Child Care is a certified child care center in Pittsburgh, PA, with capacity for 60 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 4 (accredited) rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 7 times and confirmed violations in 2 complaint investigations. The state cited 63 violations, 6 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for records & paperwork (18 of 63). 24 citations came in the last 12 months, including 4 on a core-safety topic. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is tied for #142 of 251 centers in Pittsburgh and has more citations per inspection than 86% of Pennsylvania certified centers.
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On 5/22/26 based on a review of video footage, staff #1 was observed in appropriately pulling, grabbing and pushing different children in care. Staff #1 pulled a child from under the table and sat the child down roughly on the chair. Staff #1 was also observed pulling another child roughly by their shirt.
On 5/22/26 during footage reviewed staff #1 was observed leaving 1 OT unsupervised on one side of the room, and further into the footage staff #1 was observed aging leaving a group of 6 OT unsupervised on the other side of the room.
According to staff statements, the only sink in the infant room, located next to the changing table, was not functioning at multiple times within a 2-3 week period.
According to staff statements, the only sink in the infant room was not functioning at multiple times within a 2-3 week period. The sink was next to the changing table and staff were unable to wash their hands and the hands of children that were walking and able to wash hands when the sink was not functioning.
According to staff statements, the only sink in the infant room was not functioning at multiple times within a 2-3 week period. The sink was next to the changing table and staff were unable to wash children's hands and their hands after diapering when the sink was not functioning.
According to the fire drill log, a current fire drill has not been conducted within the last 60 days as of 5-13-26, with the last fire drill being conducted on 11-13-25.
According to the log, the operator did not manually test the interconnected fire detection system in the facility within the last 30 days as of 5-13-26.
The file for staff person #1, functioning as an assistant group supervisor, lacked verification of education/experience to qualify as an assistant group supervisor.
Records for staff # 3 did not contain a state police clearance. Records for Staff #4 did not contain a Child Abuse Clearance or a DHS FBI Clearance.
Records for staff # 3 did not contain a state police clearance. Records for Staff #4 did not contain a Child Abuse Clearance or a DHS FBI Clearance.
An electrical outlet in a power strip near the aquarium in the preschool room was observer not covered and accessible to children 5 years of age or younger.
Cleaning materials were observed in an unlocked kitchen under the sink that was not secured and was accessible to children.
Long screw ends of fencing bolts were protruding on the interior side to the playground fence and are a visible hazard.
The most recent health assessment in the records for staff person #1 is signed and dated 08/09/2023. More than 24 months have passed following the date of signature. Staff records for staff person #s 2, 3 and 4 did not have an initial health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting.
The facility emergency plan observed did not provide for accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.
The written records for fire drills were observed to have a gap from 05/29/2025 to 10/30/2025, more than 60 days apart.
The written records for fire drills were observed to have a gap from 05/29/2025 to 10/30/2025.
The agreement in the file for children #1 and # 2 did not specify or consider services which may be considered as extra.
In the records of child # 4, emergency contact information did not include the name, address and telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care.
Emergency contact information for child #1 did not include work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.
In the records for child #3, emergency contact information did not include the work address and telephone number of the enrolling parent.
Emergency contact information for child #2 did not include information on the child's special needs, was left blank on the form and none were specified.
In the records for child #4 emergency contact information did include 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.
In the records for child #4, emergency contact information did not include health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits, as applicable.
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The file for child #3 lacked a health report that included a statement that age-appropriate screenings recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics were conducted since the time of the previous health report required by this section.
The file for staff person #1 lacked a health assessment that was completed 24 months from the previous health assessment. The health assessments in the file are dated 7/5/21 and 11/3/23.
The files for children #1 and #2 lacked emergency contact information that included the work telephone numbers of the enrolling parents.
The facility's emergency plan was not posted conspicuously.
The letter to the parents explaining the emergency plan did not reference the accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities and children with chronic medical conditions in the event of an emergency.
There was splintered wood on cubbies in the Preschool 3 room.
There was no documentation of a current flu vaccine (recommended annually by the ACIP) on file for child #1.
There was no documentation of education on file for Facility Person #1, required for their classification as an assistant group supervisor.
The emergency contact forms on file for children #2 and #3 did not include the addresses of all release persons listed.
The medical emergency transportation plan was not posted in the Preschool 3 room.
The current criminal history, child abuse, and FBI clearances on file for Facility Person #1 were completed more than 60 months after the previous clearances on file.
The emergency plan did not include a plan for continuity of operations in the event of an emergency.
The letter provided to the parents to explain the emergency plan did not include the facility's plan for a lockdown.
There was an uncovered outlet in a power strip on the floor in the preschool room.
There was a spray bottle containing a cleaner not labeled with the contents in the preschool room.
There were small paper clips (with a diameter of less than an inch) in an unlocked drawer next to the sink used for handwashing by children after diapering in the young toddler room.
The current health assessment on file for child #2 was completed more than 12 months after the prior health assessment on file.
The current health assessment on file for Facility Person #1 was completed more than 24 months after the previous health assessment on file.
The menu was not posted or provided to families a week in advance.
There was no documentation on file of an emergency drill.
There was no documentation the emergency plan was sent to the local municipality.
The current health assessment on file for child #1, enrolled prior to 1/6/22, was completed more than 90 days after the child's first day of attendance at the facility.
The provider's written policy regarding prevention of shaken baby, syndrome, abusive head trauma, and child maltreatment did not address the prevention and identification of child maltreatment.
The current staff evaluations on file for Facility Persons #2 and #3 were completed more than 12 months after the previous evaluation/staff start date.
The phone number to contact the regional child care office was not posted at the facility.
The completed NSOR verification certificate of facility person #1 was dated more than 45 days from their start date with children. The disclosure statement of facility person #2 did not contain a witness signature or date.
Documentation of initial emergency plan training for facility person #1 was more than 7 days after their start date with children.
A bolt was protruding from the base of the toilet in the middle stall in the restroom off the preschool classroom.
Handwashing signs were not posted at a diaper changing table and portable sink in the young toddler classroom.
A white laundry basket in the older toddler classroom was broken.
The immunization record of child #1 was not in accordance with the schedule recommended by the ACIP and an exemption was not on file.
The file of facility person #2 did not contain an initial health assessment prior to working with children. The previous and current health assessments of facility person #4 exceeded 24 months by one day.
The health and safety training topics 3270.31(f)(1) through 3270.31(f)(9) and pediatric CPR for facility person #3 were not completed within 90 days of starting with children. Pediatric CPR for facility person #1 was not completed within 90 days of starting with children.
The financial agreements of child #1, 2, 4 and 5 did not contain admission dates.
The emergency contact form of child #1 did not contain the telephone number of the child's physician.
The emergency contact form of child #1 did not contain the enrolling parents work telephone number and child #3, 4 and 5 did not contain the enrolling parents work address or telephone number.
The emergency contact form of child #5 did not address if the child had special needs as specified by the child's parent, physician, physician's assistant or CRNP, which is needed in an emergency situation.
The emergency contact form of child #4 did not contain the address of the release persons.
Signed parental consent for emergency medical care and administration of minor first-aid procedures was not on file for child #4.
“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
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) | $71.00 | $71.00 |
| Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) | $66.55 | $66.55 |
| Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) | $58.60 | $58.60 |
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 Eastminster Child Care had any serious violations?
Pennsylvania cited 6 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 May 22, 2026 (caregiver conduct): “On 5/22/26 based on a review of video footage, staff #1 was observed in appropriately pulling, grabbing and pushing different children in care. Staff #1 pulled a child from under the table and sat the child down roughly…” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.
Have there been complaints about Eastminster Child Care?
Pennsylvania lists 2 complaint investigations since 2021 in which it found at least one violation; the violations are listed above. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.
What is Eastminster Child Care’s Keystone STARS rating?
STAR 4 (accredited), effective Jul 22, 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 Eastminster Child Care compare with other daycares in Pittsburgh?
It is tied for #142 of 251 centers in Pittsburgh by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 86% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.
When was Eastminster Child Care last inspected?
May 22, 2026 (unannounced monitoring). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.
How much does Eastminster Child Care cost?
It reported full-time daily rates of $71.00 for young toddler, $66.55 for older toddler, $58.60 for preschool in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.
Who runs Eastminster Child Care?
The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Eastminster Presbyterian Church Of PGH.
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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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