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Eastminster Child Care

250 N Highland Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15206 · Allegheny County
4 core-safety citations in last 12 months 2 complaint investigations found violations Keystone STAR 4 (accredited)

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.

Inspection record

More citations than 86% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. Among the most cited
Tied for #142 of 251 centers in Pittsburgh
6 Core-safety citations
57 Other citations
7 Inspections
2 Complaint investigations that found violations
63 citations from 9 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · 24 in the last 12 months · last inspected May 22, 2026

Every state visit

2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom) May 22, 2026 · Report/investigation · citation found May 22, 2026 · Inspection · citation found May 13, 2026 · Report/investigation · citation found May 13, 2026 · Inspection · citation found Nov 5, 2025 · Inspection · citation found Nov 19, 2024 · Inspection · citation found Nov 6, 2023 · Inspection · citation found Nov 29, 2022 · Inspection · citation found Nov 16, 2021 · 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 18
Building & playground safety 12
Health & medication 11
Emergency preparedness 11
Training & qualifications 4
Background checks 4
Caregiver conduct 1
Supervision 1
Food & feeding 1

Citations, newest first

Core safety May 22, 2026 Complaint investigation Caregiver conduct
No physical punishment 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(b)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 25, 2026): “The Director reviewed the incident with the staff member. The staff member was advised to remain phyiscally present with her assign group at all times. Staff member was advised to notify Director and/ or other staff for assistance. The Director immediately removed the staff member from all child…”
Core safety May 22, 2026 Inspection Supervision
Staff assigned to specific children 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(a)(1)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 25, 2026): “The Director reviewed the incident with staff member. The staff member was advised to always remain phyiscally present with her assigned group. Staff Member must notify Director and/ or other staff when assistance is needed.”
Citation May 13, 2026 Complaint investigation Building & playground safety
Running water - diapering 55 Pa. Code §3270.82(j)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 6, 2026): “The sink was replaced and restored immediately. The sink was up and running to its full functionality. The Director and staff maintained the functioning of the sink at all times. The Director purchased a backup receptacle for any malfunction.”
Citation May 13, 2026 Complaint investigation Health & medication
Child's hands washed 55 Pa. Code §3270.134(a)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 6, 2026): “The Director constructed the staff members to wash their hands in different areas of the center (bathroom or Director's office). The Director kept in contact with Maintenence Coordinator to ensure a new sink was installed.”
Citation May 13, 2026 Complaint investigation Health & medication
Adult Hygiene 55 Pa. Code §3270.152
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 6, 2026): “The Director constructed staff members to use running water in different areas of the child care center. The Director was in immediate contact with Maintainence Coordinator and purchased a new sink and got it installed.”
Citation May 13, 2026 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Every 60 days 55 Pa. Code §3270.94(a)(1)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 6, 2026): “The Director immediately completed the Fire Drill Log to make it up to present date.”
Citation May 13, 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)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 6, 2026): “The Director completed the proper paperwork to detect that the fire system is conducted accordingly. The testing was documented immediately and placed in fire log binder located in Director's office.”
Citation May 13, 2026 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 #1, functioning as an assistant group supervisor, lacked verification of education/experience to qualify as an assistant group supervisor.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 6, 2026): “The Director requested the substitute's creditentials which staff member complied immediately. The staff member sent creditentials via email to Director and Director placed it in the staff member's file.”
Core safety Nov 5, 2025 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 29, 2025): “The staff members #3 completed their State Police Clearance immediately. Staff #4 is removed immediately from volunteering due to lack of Child Abuse and FBI Clearances not on file as of yet. Staff #4 is in the process of completing required clearances and will notify Director immediately upon…”
Core safety Nov 5, 2025 Inspection Background checks
CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(4)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 29, 2025): “Staff #3 and #4 were removed immediately from their job duties until the required clearances were completed. Staff #3 completed their state police clearance on December 23, 2025. Staff #4 completed their state police clearance on December 23, 2025. Staff #4 is in the process of completing their…”
Citation Nov 5, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less 55 Pa. Code §3270.65
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 29, 2025): “The electrical outlet was covered with an electrical cover device immediately to ensure the safety of the children.”
Citation Nov 5, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Locked or inaccessible 55 Pa. Code §3270.66(a)
Cleaning materials were observed in an unlocked kitchen under the sink that was not secured and was accessible to children.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 29, 2025): “All cleaning materials were placed in a bin that is locked under the sink to ensure the safety of the children.”
Citation Nov 5, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76
Long screw ends of fencing bolts were protruding on the interior side to the playground fence and are a visible hazard.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 29, 2025): “We provided bolt covers and put them on the playground fence.”
Citation Nov 5, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(a)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 29, 2025): “The staff members completed their Staff Health Assessments in an orderly form. The updated health assessments forms were completed and placed in staff files.”
Citation Nov 5, 2025 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(5)
The facility emergency plan observed did not provide for accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 29, 2025): “The emergency plan was updated with accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions and posted in each classroom and main hallway.”
Citation Nov 5, 2025 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Every 60 days 55 Pa. Code §3270.94(a)(1)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 29, 2025): “The Director will ensure that Fire Drills are conducted once every 60 days and will be documented.”
Citation Nov 5, 2025 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Written record 55 Pa. Code §3270.94(a)(9)
The written records for fire drills were observed to have a gap from 05/29/2025 to 10/30/2025.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 29, 2025): “All Fire Drills will be reviewed and corrected immediately.”
Citation Nov 5, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Services considered extra 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(7)
The agreement in the file for children #1 and # 2 did not specify or consider services which may be considered as extra.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 29, 2025): “The agreement for children #1 and #2 were updated to specify the services that we provide.”
Citation Nov 5, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Physician name, address, phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(2)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 29, 2025): “The emergency contact form for child #4 has been completed by the parent. The parent provided the name, address and telephone number of the child's physician.”
Citation Nov 5, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Parent home/work address, phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(3)
Emergency contact information for child #1 did not include work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 29, 2025): “The parent updated their emergency contact form.”
Citation Nov 5, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Parent home/work address, phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(3)
In the records for child #3, emergency contact information did not include the work address and telephone number of the enrolling parent.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 29, 2025): “The parent updated their emergency contact form and provided the work and telephone number.”
Citation Nov 5, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Information re: special needs 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(5)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 29, 2025): “The parent updated the child's emergency contact form.”
Citation Nov 5, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Information re: special needs 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(5)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 29, 2025): “The parent of child #4 provided information on the child's special needs on their emergency contact form.”
Citation Nov 5, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Insurance coverage information 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(6)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 29, 2025): “The parent of child #4 provided their health insurance coverage and policy number on their Emergency Contact Form.”
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Citation Nov 19, 2024 Inspection Health & medication
Age appropriate screenings complete 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(d)(8)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 9, 2024): “The parent took the Child's Health Assessment to their doctor and had it completed. The doctor signed the area that needed the completion.”
Citation Nov 19, 2024 Inspection Health & medication
12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(a)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 26, 2024): “The staff member completed their Staff Health Assessment form.”
Citation Nov 19, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Parent home/work address, phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(3)
The files for children #1 and #2 lacked emergency contact information that included the work telephone numbers of the enrolling parents.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 9, 2024): “The parents added their work phone number to their Emergency Contact Information.”
Citation Nov 6, 2023 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Plan posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(d)
The facility's emergency plan was not posted conspicuously.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 18, 2023): “We will move the Facility Emergency Plan from the wall by the Director's office to across the hall on the Parent Board for all to see.”
Citation Nov 6, 2023 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Letter to parents 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(e)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 18, 2023): “I corrected the letter to the parents explaining our accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities and children with chronic medical conditions in the event of an emergency and provide parents with any subsequent updates to the plan.”
Citation Nov 6, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76
There was splintered wood on cubbies in the Preschool 3 room.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 18, 2023): “We sanded down the wood on the cubbies and pur clear varnish on it so it is smooth to the touch.”
Citation Nov 6, 2023 Inspection Health & medication
Immunization record/Dismissal policy 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(3)
There was no documentation of a current flu vaccine (recommended annually by the ACIP) on file for child #1.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 18, 2023): “Parent signed a waiver to provide documentation that they do not want their child (child #1) to have a flu vaccine.”
Citation Nov 6, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
HS/GED + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(ii)
There was no documentation of education on file for Facility Person #1, required for their classification as an assistant group supervisor.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 18, 2023): “Facility Person #1 requested High School Diploma from her high school.”
Citation Nov 6, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Name/address/phone release person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(7)
The emergency contact forms on file for children #2 and #3 did not include the addresses of all release persons listed.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 18, 2023): “We had the emergency contact forms for child #2 and #3's parents provide the addresses of all release persons listed on the form.”
Citation Nov 6, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Written emergency plan posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(e)
The medical emergency transportation plan was not posted in the Preschool 3 room.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 18, 2023): “We provided the medical emergency transportation plan to the Preschool 3 classroom and posted it on the classroom parent board.”
Core safety Nov 29, 2022 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 10, 2023): “Facility Person #1 now has current crimilan history, child abuse and FBI clearances on file.”
Citation Nov 29, 2022 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
The emergency plan did not include a plan for continuity of operations in the event of an emergency.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 26, 2023): “We will add a plan for continuity of operations in the event of an emergency to our Emergency Plan.”
Citation Nov 29, 2022 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Letter to parents 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(e)
The letter provided to the parents to explain the emergency plan did not include the facility's plan for a lockdown.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 26, 2023): “We added our facility's plan for a lockdown to our letter to our parents explaining the Emergency Plan.”
Citation Nov 29, 2022 Inspection Building & playground safety
Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less 55 Pa. Code §3270.65
There was an uncovered outlet in a power strip on the floor in the preschool room.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 10, 2023): “An outlet cover was placed on the power strip on the floor in the preschool classroom”
Citation Nov 29, 2022 Inspection Building & playground safety
Original container 55 Pa. Code §3270.66(b)
There was a spray bottle containing a cleaner not labeled with the contents in the preschool room.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 10, 2023): “The spray bottle was removed from the preschool classroom,”
Citation Nov 29, 2022 Inspection Building & playground safety
Small Toys and Objects 55 Pa. Code §3270.103
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 10, 2023): “The paper clips were removed from the Young Toddler classroom,”
Citation Nov 29, 2022 Inspection Health & medication
Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(b)(2)
The current health assessment on file for child #2 was completed more than 12 months after the prior health assessment on file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 10, 2023): “We placed the current health assessment for child #2 in the file.”
Citation Nov 29, 2022 Inspection Health & medication
12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(a)
The current health assessment on file for Facility Person #1 was completed more than 24 months after the previous health assessment on file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 10, 2023): “Facility person#1 health assessment was placed in file,”
Citation Nov 29, 2022 Inspection Food & feeding
Menus 55 Pa. Code §3270.165
The menu was not posted or provided to families a week in advance.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 10, 2023): “Current and new month's Menu was posted on board outside of office”
Citation Nov 29, 2022 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(6)
There was no documentation on file of an emergency drill.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 26, 2023): “An Emergency Drill was held on 12/1/22 and was documented on file”
Citation Nov 29, 2022 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(f)
There was no documentation the emergency plan was sent to the local municipality.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 26, 2023): “An Emergency Plan was sent to the local and county emergency management agencys.”
Citation Nov 29, 2022 Inspection Health & medication
Health information 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(a)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 10, 2023): “We will place the current health assessment for child#1 in their file.”
Citation Nov 29, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 26, 2023): “We will add this document "Ten Ways to Prevent Chld Maltreatment" information to our policy of Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome, Abusive Head Trauma & Child Maltreatment.”
Citation Nov 29, 2022 Inspection Training & qualifications
Staff evaluations 55 Pa. Code §3270.34(a)(6)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 10, 2023): “Facility Persons#2 and #3 staff evaluations were placed in their files.”
Citation Nov 29, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations 55 Pa. Code §3270.25(a)
The phone number to contact the regional child care office was not posted at the facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 10, 2023): “We posted the phone number for the Regional Child Care office on our Parent board with our current certificate of compliance.”
Core safety Nov 16, 2021 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 1, 2021): “The completed NSOR certificate was placed in facility person #1 file. The director signed and dated the disclosure statement of facility person #2.”
Citation Nov 16, 2021 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Training regarding plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(c)
Documentation of initial emergency plan training for facility person #1 was more than 7 days after their start date with children.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 1, 2021): “The director signed initial emergency plan training for facility person #1”
Citation Nov 16, 2021 Inspection Building & playground safety
Clean and good repair 55 Pa. Code §3270.82(g)
A bolt was protruding from the base of the toilet in the middle stall in the restroom off the preschool classroom.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 21, 2021): “The church maintenance man will shave off the bolt that is protruding from the base of the toilet in the middle stall in the restroom off the preschool classroom by December 17, 2021”
Citation Nov 16, 2021 Inspection Building & playground safety
Handwashing signs 55 Pa. Code §3270.82(h)
Handwashing signs were not posted at a diaper changing table and portable sink in the young toddler classroom.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 21, 2021): “Moved handwashing signs so that they were near the diaper changing table and portable sink in the young toddler classroom”
Citation Nov 16, 2021 Inspection Building & playground safety
Clean and good repair 55 Pa. Code §3270.102(a)
A white laundry basket in the older toddler classroom was broken.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 1, 2021): “The white laundry basket was removed immediately from the older toddler classroom”
Citation Nov 16, 2021 Inspection Health & medication
Exemption documentation from parent/guardian 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(e)(1)
The immunization record of child #1 was not in accordance with the schedule recommended by the ACIP and an exemption was not on file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 26, 2022): “The director contacted the parent of child #1 to request a current immunization record.”
Citation Nov 16, 2021 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 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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 21, 2021): “Employee #2 will provide Initial health assessment”
Citation Nov 16, 2021 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training/Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)/3270.31(f)(10)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 2, 2022): “Facility person #3 will complete the health and safety training, and along with staff person #1, will complete Pediatric CPR and Pediatric First Aid trainings.”
Citation Nov 16, 2021 Inspection Records & paperwork
Admission date 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(6)
The financial agreements of child #1, 2, 4 and 5 did not contain admission dates.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 26, 2022): “The director provided admission dates for the financial agreements of child #1, 2, 4 and 5”
Citation Nov 16, 2021 Inspection Records & paperwork
Physician name, address, phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(2)
The emergency contact form of child #1 did not contain the telephone number of the child's physician.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 21, 2021): “Contacted parent for child's physician's telephone number and added it to child#1's emergency contact form”
Citation Nov 16, 2021 Inspection Records & paperwork
Parent home/work address, phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(3)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 26, 2022): “Director contacted parent of child #1 and added enrolling parents work telephone number Director contacted child #3, 4 and 5's parents and added their work address and phone number”
Citation Nov 16, 2021 Inspection Records & paperwork
Information re: special needs 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(5)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 21, 2021): “The director contacted the parent to ask if child #5 has special needs and updated form accordingly.”
Citation Nov 16, 2021 Inspection Records & paperwork
Name/address/phone release person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(7)
The emergency contact form of child #4 did not contain the address of the release persons.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 21, 2021): “The director contacted the parent of child #4 to obtain the address of the release persons.”
Citation Nov 16, 2021 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)
Signed parental consent for emergency medical care and administration of minor first-aid procedures was not on file for child #4.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 21, 2021): “Had parent sign parental consent for emergency medical care for child #5”

“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 May 22, 2026 Complaint investigation
1 violation cited, listed under Citations.
Violation found May 13, 2026 Complaint investigation
3 violations 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
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

Capacity 60 children
Certificate status Regular (COMPASS: awaiting renewal)
Certificate valid through Feb 2, 2027
Keystone STARS STAR 4 (accredited)
since Jul 22, 2026 · what STARS means
Programs Head Start (state supplemental), Head Start
Operator Eastminster Presbyterian Church Of PGH
Hours Monday–Friday 7:00 AM–6:00 PM How Pennsylvania centers’ hours compare
Phone (412) 661-2420
State certificate # CER-00249585
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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.

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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