Future Focus Childcare LLC
Future Focus Childcare LLC is a certified child care center in Pittsburgh, PA, with capacity for 50 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 2 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 13 times and confirmed violations in 3 complaint investigations. The state cited 130 violations, 16 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for building & playground safety (32 of 130). 30 citations came in the last 12 months, including 3 on a core-safety topic. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is tied for #157 of 251 centers in Pittsburgh and has more citations per inspection than 88% of Pennsylvania certified centers.
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At approximately 2:20pm on 9/10/2026, Certification Representative observed Staff Person #1 supervising eight pre-school aged children during naptime. Staff Person #1 was positioned in a chair with their back to one of the children, leaving that child without appropriate supervision during nap time.
CONTINUED NON-COMPLIANCE. Previously Cited on 6/25/2026 and 8/13/2026: In the Boys' Bathroom, a closet was observed to be unlocked. This closet contained cleaning supplies, including: two containers of Spectracide, Zep cleaning solution, Clorox Disinfectant Sprays. These items are marked "Keep Out of Reach of Children," but were accessible to children in the bathroom due to the unlocked door. On 8/13/2026, the following items were observed to be stored on the floor in the main entrance, across from the children's cubbies and within reach of children: a one-gallon jug of Prestone antifreeze and an open crate containing three containers of Rain-X, Neem Oil, HDX Cleaning Vinegar and disinfectant spray, all of which are considered toxic to children.
CONTINUED NON-COMPLIANCE. Previously Cited on 6/25/2026 and 8/13/2026: Stained ceiling tiles were observed in the girls' bathroom, above the toilet on the left.
During an unannounced inspection on 9/10/2026, one of the facility's emergency exits was observed to be obstructed by a large portable basketball hoop and several balls. The equipment was of such size as to take up the width of the hallway, therefore fully obstructing the exit. Additionally, the hallway leading to the exit, which was recently cleared of items so as to create an unobstructed path to the door, was observed to contain several cardboard boxes of items, as well as a partially full garbage bag.
CONTINUED NON-COMPLIANCE. Previously Cited on 6/25/2026 and 8/13/2026: On the left side of the Pre-K room, a wooden glider was observed to have a cracked seat. The cracked area was splintered, creating sharp edges.
CONTINUED NON-COMPLIANCE. Previously Cited on 6/25/2026: In the Boys' Bathroom, a closet was observed to be unlocked. This closet contained cleaning supplies, including: two containers of Spectracide, Zep cleaning solution, Clorox Disinfectant Sprays. These items are marked "Keep Out of Reach of Children," but were accessible to children in the bathroom due to the unlocked door.
CONTINUED NON-COMPLIANCE. Previously Cited on 6/25/2026: Stained ceiling tiles were observed in the following areas: in the girls' bathroom, above the toilet on the left; in the boys' bathroom, above the toilet on the right. In the Indoor Play Space, wall trim was observed to be separating from the wall in the back right corner, creating areas of visible dirt and debris, as well as a potential pinch point for children at play. Another section of separating trim was observed on the right wall, revealing a three-inch section of broken plaster.
CONTINUED NON-COMPLIANCE. Previously Cited on 6/25/2026: In the Toddler Room, damaged plaster was observed above the shapes wall hanging. Another area of damaged plaster was observed to the left of the gate. In the Preschool Room, plaster was observed to be cracking and separating on the bottom corner windowsill at the far right end of the windows. In the Indoor Play Space on the right wall, a three-inch section of broken chunks of plaster was observed behind a piece of trim that had come loose from the wall.
CONTINUED NON-COMPLIANCE. Previously Cited on 6/25/2026: On the left side of the Pre-K room, a wooden glider was observed to have a cracked seat. The cracked area was splintered, creating sharp edges.
CONTINUED NON-COMPLIANCE. Previously Cited on 6/25/2026: In the cubbies located at the entrance of the facility, an Albuterol inhaler was observed to be stored in an open cubby within reach of children. The container did not include a label with the name of the individual for whom it was intended, nor the physician's instructions for use.
CONTINUED NON-COMPLIANCE. Previously Cited on 6/25/2026: In the cubbies located at the entrance of the facility, an Albuterol inhaler was observed to be stored in an open cubby within reach of children.
The following clearances on file for Staff Person #1 were obtained more than 60 months apart: State Police 5/18/2017-6/2/2022; PA Child Abuse 5/24/2017-6/22/2022; FBI 5/26/2017-6/17/2022.
The Disclosure Statement on file for Staff Person #6 was on an outdated form not used since prior to January 2025.
In the Preschool Room, the following items were observed on top of a shelf containing art supplies: a pair of black-handled adult scissors in a cup that also contained child-safe scissors; a staple remover with sharp edges; several loose safety pins. All of these items were within reach of children.
The facility's emergency plan was not posted in a conspicuous location.
In the Toddler Room, an unmarked spray bottle containing a purple liquid was observed above the sink on the right side of the room. In the Pre-K room, an unmarked spray bottle containing a purple liquid was observed on a shelf above the First Aid Kit. Per staff, the purple liquid is a cleaning spray. In the Preschool room, several loose packages of Purell wipes marked "Keep Out of Reach of Children" were observed on top of the art shelf, mixed in with various art supplies. These wipes were within reach of children. In the Boys' Bathroom, a closet was observed to be unlocked. This closet contained cleaning supplies, including: two containers of Spectracide, Zep cleaning solution, Clorox Disinfectant Sprays. These items are marked "Keep Out of Reach of Children," but were accessible to children in the bathroom due to the unlocked door.
In the art supply cabinet in the Toddler Room, two cans of Gillette shaving cream marked "Keep Out of Reach of Children" were observed. Per staff, this is used for crafts. On the art shelf in the Preschool Room, a can of Barbasol shaving cream marked "Keep Out of Reach of Children" was observed. Again, this was identified as a craft material.
Stained ceiling tiles were observed in the following areas: in the girls' bathroom, above the toilet on the left; in the boys' bathroom, above the toilet on the right. In the Indoor Play Space, wall trim was observed to be separating from the wall in the back right corner, creating areas of visible dirt and debris, as well as a potential pinch point for children at play. Another section of separating trim was observed on the right wall, revealing a three-inch section of broken plaster.
In the Toddler Room, damaged plaster was observed above the shapes wall hanging. Another area of damaged plaster was observed to the left of the gate. In the Preschool Room, plaster was observed to be cracking and separating on the bottom corner windowsill at the far right end of the windows. In the Indoor Play Space on the right wall, a three-inch section of broken chunks of plaster was observed behind a piece of trim that had come loose from the wall.
The hallway across from the Preschool Room serves as a means of egress to an emergency exit for the facility. This hallway was observed to be piled with numerous items, including but not limited to: three vacuums, bottles of cleaning supplies, packages of paper towels, three fans, large plastic bins containing various items, an open bag of "chicken starter grower," a Swiffer Wet Jet, an open bottle of Swiffer Wet Jet cleaning liquid, a carpet scrubber, several bags of garbage, a table, a wagon, a rolled up area rug and several empty boxes. These items were stacked up and laid across the hallway, obstructing the way to the emergency exit door.
In the Pre-K Room, a clear plastic bin containing a variety of toys was observed on the shelf with the blue-sequined top. The bin was cracked, creating a sharp edge. On the art shelf in the Preschool Room, a red bin containing felt craft pieces was observed to be cracked, creating a sharp edge.
On the left side of the Pre-K room, a wooden glider was observed to have a cracked seat. The cracked area was splintered, creating sharp edges.
In the Toddler room, a bottle of Airborne Immune Essentials was observed on a shelf to the left of the sink on the left side of the room. The bottle was not labeled with any individual's name. In the cubbies located at the entrance of the facility, an Albuterol inhaler was observed to be stored in an open cubby within reach of children. The container did not include a label with the name of the individual for whom it was intended, nor the physician's instructions for use
In the cubbies located at the entrance of the facility, an Albuterol inhaler was observed to be stored in an open cubby within reach of children.
The two most recent health assessments on file for Staff Person #1 were dated more than 24 months apart (8/4/2023 - 3/26/2026). The two most recent health assessments on file for Staff Person #21 were dated more than 24 months apart 6/16/2023-1/7/2026). At the time of hire (SEE LIS CODE SHEET), Staff Person #4 had an outdated health assessment, conducted on 10/18/2022. Staff Person #4 did not receive an updated health assessment until 4/8/2026.
The facility's log documented testing of the fire detection system for the following periods: 2/27/2026-4/20/2026 and 4/20/2026-5/27/2026. These tests were conducted more than 30 days apart.
An initial health report completed within 60 days of enrollment could not be located in the file for Child #1.
The two most recent annual evaluations on file for Staff Person #3 were conducted more than 12 months apart (8/1/2024 - 12/20/2025).
The most recent Child Service Report on file for Child #1 was dated 3/26/2026; however, there was not a report completed six months prior. The two most recent Child Service Reports on file for Child #2 are dated 5/6/2023 and 3/30/2026, which is more than six months apart. The most recent Child Service Report on file for Child #3 was dated 3/30/2026; however, there was not a report completed six months prior. There are no completed Child Service Reports on file for Child #4.
The Emergency Contact for Child #1 lacked the address of the child's source of medical care.
The Emergency Contact form for Child #1 lacked the address and telephone number for the designated release person.
The facility's written plan identifying the means of transporting a child to emergency care was not posted in the following childcare spaces: Toddler Room, Pre-K Room and Indoor Playspace.
Staff Person #5 completed training in pediatric first and and CPR on 7/9/2025, which was more than 90 days after their date of hire (SEE LIS CODE SHEET).
The two most recent Pediatric First Aid and Pediatric CPR Trainings for Staff Person #1 were dated more than 24 months apart (1/29/2022 - 6/8/2024).
The floors in both childcare spaces in use during the unannounced monitoring visit (Room #1 and Room #2), as well as the hallway/common area, were littered with dirt and debris that appeared to have been accumulated over a period of time. In several places, the dirt buildup was such that the certification representative's shoes were sticking to the floor.
The facility's fire drill log included the following testing periods which were greater than 60 days: 7/1/2025 -- 9/2/2025 (63 days) and 9/2/2025 -- 11/2/2025 (61 days).
The facility's fire detection testing log included the following testing periods which were greater than 30 days: 7/29/2025 -- 9/2/2025 (35 days) and 10/1/2025 -- 11/2/2025 (32 days).
At the time of inspection, Staff Person #1 had not completed the following pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (SEE LIS CODE SHEET): Pediatric First Aid/CPR.
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Staff person #3 was observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person #3 does not have current pediatric first-aid/CPR training. This is evidenced by the previously documented pediatric first-aid/CPR training expiration date of 5/31/23.
The file for staff person #1 who was hired as the director on (See LIS Code Sheet) lacked an NSOR verification certificate that was completed 60 months from the previous NSOR verification certificate. The NSOR verification certificates in the file are dated 2/7/20 and 4/6/25.
The files for staff persons #3, #4, and #5 lacked emergency plan training that was completed 12 months from the previous emergency plan training. The emergency plan training in the file for staff person #3 was dated 7/24/23 and 6/25/25. The emergency plan training in the file for staff person #4 was dated 10/10/23 and 6/25/25. The emergency plan training in the file for staff person #5 was dated 1/8/24 and 6/25/25.
In the gross motor room 3 protective receptacle covers were observed to be missing from two outlets on the wall to the left and one outlet on the wall to the right.
In Room #1 two toy magnetic tiles were observed to be broken causing rough edges and sharp corners. In Room #1 a rubber popper toy was observed to be torn and missing pieces. In Room #1 a plastic bin holding toy dinosaurs was observed to be broken causing rough edges and sharp corners.
The file for child #1 lacked a child health report that was completed 12 months from the previous child health report. The child health reports in the file were dated 5/6/24 and 6/2/25.
The file for staff person #2 lacked an initial health assessment. The file for staff person #7 lacked a health assessment that was completed within 12 months prior to initial service in a child care setting (See LIS Code Sheet). The health assessment in the file was dated 1/19/24.
The Fire Drill and Fire Detection Log was observed for the 60 day fire drill. There were 61 days between 8/1/24 and 10/1/24 and 62 days between 10/1/24 and 12/2/24.
The Fire Drill and Fire Detection Log was observed for the 30 day smoke detector checks. There were 31 days between 10/4/24 and 11/4/24, 32 days between 12/2/24 and 1/3/25, 31 days between 1/3/25 and 2/3/25, 31 days between 3/3/25 and 4/3/25, 32 days between 5/1/25 and 6/2/25.
The files for staff persons #3, #4, and #5 lacked firesafety training that was completed 12 months from the previous firesafety training. The firesafety training in the file for staff person #3 was dated 6/8/23. The firesafety training in the file for staff person #4 was dated 6/13/24. The firesafety training in the file for staff person #5 was dated 11/17/22 and 6/13/25.
The file for staff person #8 lacked a high school diploma and 2 years experience with children.
The file for staff person #6 lacked a high school diploma.
The file for child #2 lacked emergency contact information and a financial agreement that was updated 6 months from the previous update. The updates in the file were dated 2/2023 and 2/2025.
At Approximately 8:00AM, staff #1 came to the lobby entrance of the facility to open the door for the certification representative leaving 17 children alone in room 1; 8 school age children, 6 preschoolers, and 3 older toddlers.
At Approximately 8:00AM, staff #1 came to the door of the facility to open the door for the certification representative leaving 17 children alone in room 1; 8 school age children, 6 preschoolers, and 3 older toddlers.
At Approximately 8:00AM, staff #1 came to the door of the facility to open the door for the certification rep representative leaving 17 children alone in room 1; 8 school age children, 6 preschoolers, and 3 older toddlers. At 8:10AM an additional preschooler arrived and entered room 1. From 8:00 to 8:15, staff #1 was the only staff person present at the facility. At 8:15, staff #2 and an additional older toddler arrived and entered room 1. At 8:20 AM, staff #1 exited the building with 8 school age children to go to the bus stop. Staff #2 remained in room 1 supervising 11 children; 7 preschoolers and 4 older toddlers.
At Approximately 8:00AM, staff #1 was observed caring for 17 children alone in room 1; 8 school age children, 6 preschoolers, and 3 older toddlers. At 8:10AM an additional preschooler arrived and entered room 1. From 8:00 to 8:15, staff #1 was observed to be the only facility person present at the facility.
Staff person #1 was observed to have left the room when 7 preschool aged children were left on their cots leaving the room at a 0:7 staff child ratio. According to interviews and statements by staff person #1, they left the room to use the restroom while the children were on their cots because it was an emergency.
Staff person #1 was observed to have left the room when 7 preschool aged children were left on their cots leaving 7 children unsupervised. According to interviews staff person #1 left the room due to a bathroom emergency when the children were resting on their cots.
Staff person #1 was observed to have left the room when 7 preschool aged children were left on their cots leaving 7 children unsupervised. According to interviews staff person #1 left the room due to a bathroom emergency when the children were resting on their cots.
Staff person #1 (exp 11/2024) and Staff person #2 (exp 3/19) were lacking updated CPR training.
Staff person #2 did not have an updated CPR training when she was rehired at the facility.
The state police on file for staff person #2 was lacking a dissemination date. The file for staff person #3 was observed not to contain documentation of application of a PA Criminal History clearance prior to date of hire required for provisional hiring under the CPS. The disclosure statement on file for staff person #2, #3, and #4 was missing a date and signature of a witness. The file for staff person #4 was observed not to contain a valid NSOR certificate within 45 days of hire required for provisional hiring under the CPSL.
The emergency plan on site does not include continuity of operations, required as of 7/1/22, as per Announcement C-22-04. The file for staff person #6 had a mandated reporter training dated 1/9/2019-5/4/2024 which is more than 5 years apart. The file for staff persons #1 and #5 did not include emergency plan training.
Multiple toxic cleaning products were observed on a shelf above diapers in Room 1, which could cause contamination to the diapers below if leaking occurred.
There were cans of Barbisol shaving cream, labeled "Keep out of the reach of children", used for arts and crafts projects, in Room 8.
Peeling paint/plaster was present on the wall below the light switch, in the gross motor room, which was accessible to children in care.
There was a cracked plastic bin in room 9 with sharp edges that could cause injury.
There were small buttons, sensory bead, and Styrofoam bead dough that were all less than 1 inch in diameter in room 1, the 1- and 2-year-old room where children are still putting objects in their mouths.
The current health assessment on file for Staff #3 indicates that the health assessment was conducted by an RN, not a physician, physician's assistant, or CRNP
The initial health assessments on file for Staff person #4 was dated after their start date.
Staff person #2 had a current health assessment that stated that they were not free from communicable diseases with no additional information given.
The file for staff person #4 had an expired CPR dated 1/29/22.
The file for staff persons #2 and #3 were lacking verification of previous experience working with children.
The file for Child #2, #3, and #5 observed not to contain a child service report.
The fee agreement on file for child #1 did not contain departure and arrival times.
The fee agreement on file for child #1 did not specify release persons.
The emergency contact form on file for Child #4 does not include the complete address for the child's pediatrician or source of medical care. The emergency contact form on file for Child #5 does not include the complete phone number for the child's pediatrician or source of medical care.
The file for child #4 and #5 did not include signed consent for emergency medical care for the child which is required prior to admission.
The emergency contact form on file for Child #4 does not include the health insurance coverage and policy number for the medical insurance policy
The emergency contact form on file for Child #2, #4, and #5 does not include a complete address for all listed release persons.
The financial agreement on file for child #2 and #3 were dated 2/23-2/24, which is more than 6 months apart.
The file for child #4 and #5 did not contain signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff, which is required prior to admission.
The record for child #4 did not contain signed parental consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming or wading, and the facility stated they take field trips off of the premises which would involve transportation or walking excursions.
The file for Staff person #1, #3 and #4 do not include 2 written non-family references attesting to the staff person's suitability to work in childcare.
The facility's emergency plan does not include a plan for continuity of operations.
The file for Facility Person #3 has not had emergency plan training within the last year. The most recent emergency plan training on file is dated 10/17/19.
Cleaning materials that included disinfectant spray and Clorox wipes were observed stored on a counter next to food in the kitchen. Two unlabeled spray bottles that the director identified contained disinfectant spray were observed stored on the counter next to food in the kitchen.
The first-aid kit in Room 1 was observed to lack tape. The first-aid kit in the Gross Motor room was observed to lack soap.
In Room 9, several ceiling tiles were observed to be damaged from a water leak and one ceiling tile was observed to be missing.
In Room 8, areas of peeling paint were observed on the back wall near the window.
Facility Person #1 has not had a health assessment within the last 24 months. The most recent documentation of a health assessment on file for Facility Person #1 was dated 7/24/20.
The facility did not have documentation of conducting an emergency drill within the last year. The most recent emergency drill on file was dated 1/1/22.
The facility's documentation of testing the fire detection system exceeded 30 days from 8/1/22 to 10/3/22, 10/3/22 to 12/6/22, and 12/6/22 to 2/15/23.
The provider did not have verification of notifying local traffic safety authorities in writing of the location of the facility and the program's use of pedestrian and vehicular routes around the child care facility.
The file for Facility Person #3 has not had fire safety training within the last year. The most recent documentation of fire safety training on file was dated 8/12/20.
The files for Facility Persons #2 and #4 lacked documentation of education and experience to qualify them in a position in the facility.
The file for Facility Person #3 lacked a written staff evaluation completed by the Director within the last 12 months. The most recent written staff evaluation on file for Facility Person #3 was dated 5/11/22.
The agreement form on file for Child #1 was not signed by the operator.
The agreement form on file for Child #1 lacked the child's arrival and departure times.
The agreement form on file for Child #1 lacked the persons designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
The agreement form on file for Child #1 lacked the date of the child's admission.
The emergency form on file for Child #2 lacked the health insurance policy number.
The emergency contact form on file for Child #1 lacked the addresses of the individuals designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
In Room 1, emergency contact information for Child #1 was not present where the child was receiving care. In Room 9, emergency contact information was not present where children were receiving care.
The emergency form on file for Child #2 was observed to be lacking parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff.
The file for Facility Person #2 was observed to be lacking two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person. The file for Facility Person #4 was observed to be lacking one written, nonfamily reference from an individual attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.
Based on statements made by staff, staff #1 observed child #1 fall in the gym while running. The child stated her head hurt. No incident report was written.
Staff #1 and #2 have not yet completed the 1 hour training titled Pennsylvania Health and Safety Update 2022 which was due by 12/30/23 as stated in Announcement C-22-06. Staff #3 completed the training after the deadline on 3/02/23.
The file for staff person #1 lacked application of FBI clearance and lacked documentation of complete PA State Police Clearance results prior to date of hire (See IS CODE SHEET) required for provisional hiring under the CPSL. Staff person #1 cannot work in the facility until the FBI and PA State Police Clearance results are submitted and verified. The disclosure statement on file for staff person #1 is not dated, making it invalid.
The file for staff person #1 lacked documentation of acceptable verification of experience, education or training in a transcript or a diploma or a letter signed by a representative of the experiential, educational or training entity prior to the date of hire. (See LIS CODE SHEET)
The file for staff person #1 was observed to be lacking two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.
The file for staff #8 contained a Child Abuse Clearance date of 5-24-2017 and an FBI Clearance date of 5-26-2017 and has not renewed the Child Abuse and FBI Clearance which was due within 60 months to renew the clearances. The file for staff #8 contained a State Police Clearance date of 5-18-2017 and 6-2-2022 which exceeded the mandatory 60 months to renew the clearance. The file for staff #3 contained an FBI Clearance which was a Department of Education FBI Clearance and was not a Department of Human Services accepted FBI Clearance and therefore is not valid. The file for staff #2 (See IS Code Sheet) who was provisionally hired contained a State Police Clearance application date of 11-16-2021, and a Child Abuse Clearance application date of 11-16-2021. The file for staff #2(See IS Code Sheet) who was provisionally hired contained a FBI Clearance date of 12-10-2021 and there was no proof of application for the clearance in the file.
The file for staff #2 and staff #3 did not contain a valid disclosure statement when they started working with children as the disclosure statement did not contain a date.
The file for staff #6 contained an emergency plan training date of 3-21-2020 and 5-19-2021 which exceeded the mandatory date of 3-21-2021 to renew the training.
Located on a cart in the hallway of the facility, a spray bottle of Clorox Clean-up Disinfectant was observed and on the label it stated: "Keep out of reach of children" and was accessible to children in care. In Room #1 a tube of Plak Smacker Great White Shark Toothpaste was observed on top of a wooden mirror and on the label it stated: "Keep out of reach of children under the age of 6" and was accessible to children under the age of six.
In Room #9, the first aid kit was located on a low shelf in the front of the room and was accessible to children in care.
Located on the upper level of the facility adjacent to the exit, 4 ceiling tiles were badly discolored from a water leak. One ceiling tile had observable black mold on it and one ceiling tile had a large hole from the water leak.
In the downstairs boys bathroom, a hole was observed in the plaster which was located on the left side of the wall. In the front area of the gross motor room, two cracks in the plaster were observed above the baseboard. Located in Room #9 on the middle back wall, one area of plaster was cracked and peeling. Located in Room #1 in the middle portion of the room, green paint was observed peeling in 6 areas.
The file for child #3 who is a young toddler contained a health assessment and vaccinations which exceeded the mandatory 6 months to receive an updated health assessment and vaccinations.
The file for child #4 contained a health assessment and vaccinations which exceeded the mandatory 12 months to receive an updated health assessment and vaccinations.
The file for child #1 did not contain an Influenza Vaccine or an exemption form signed by the parent.
The file for staff #1, staff #2, and staff #3 (See IS Code Sheet) contained an initial health assessment date which occurred after the initial hire date. The file for staff #5(See IS Code Sheet) did not contain an updated health assessment which was due 24 months after the initial health assessment.
The file for staff #1, staff #2 and staff #3 (See IS Code Sheet) contained a tuberculosis screening date after the initial employment date.
The fire drill log contained a date of 3-4-2022 and 5-19-2022 which exceeded the mandatory 60 days to perform a fire drill.
The smoke detection log contained a date of 4-1-2022 and 5-19-2022 exceeding the mandatory 30 days to test the smoke detection system.
There was no proof of purchase for the interconnected fire detection system.
The file for staff #4 contained a six hour Health and Safety training which was completed on 5-19-2019 and exceeded the allowable date of 6-30-2018 to receive the six hour training and therefore the training is not acceptable.
Located on the outside walkway adjacent to the outdoor playspace, a large container which holds play sand contained very dirty water and leaves and could cause a Mosquito infestation.
The file for staff #6 contained a Pediatric First Aid/CPR date of 3-4-2019 and 2-7-2022 which exceeded the mandatory 2 years to renew the Pediatric First Aid/CPR Training. The file for staff #5 contained a Pediatric First Aid/CPR Training which was not updated by the mandatory date of 6-10-2022.
The file for staff #6 and staff #8 contained a fire safety training date of 8-17-2020 and 2-15-2022 which exceeded the mandatory date of 8-17-2021 to receive the training. The file for staff #4 (See IS Code Date) did not contain an annual fire safety training date which was due by the mandatory date of 6-9-2022 to complete the training.
The file for staff #7(See IS Code Sheet) contained a Health and Safety Training date of 3-31-2022 which exceeded the mandatory 90 days to receive the training.
The file for staff #7,(See IS Code Sheet) contained a Mandated Reporter training date of 5-2-2022 which exceeded the mandatory 90 days to receive the training. The file for staff #8 contained a mandated reporter training date 1-18-2015 and has has not received an updated mandated reporter training which was due by 1-18-2020.
Staff #6 has not completed mandated reporter training within the last 60 months. This is evidenced by the previously documented mandated reporter training on file being dated 9-2-2016.
The file for child#3 contained an emergency contact form which did not provide the name, address, or telephone number of the enrolled child's physician.
The file for child #3 contained an emergency contact form which did not contain the insurance policy or the insurance policy number of the enrolled child.
The file for child #1and child #5 contained an emergency contact form that did not specify the designated release persons address.
The file for Child #3 contained an emergency contact form and fee agreement which was updated on 8-5-2021 and 2-12-2022 which exceeded the six months to update the emergency contact form. The file for child #5 contained an emergency contact form and fee agreement which was updated on 8-5-2021 and 6-3-2022 which exceeded the six months to update the emergency contact form.
The file for staff #2(2-17-2022), staff #4(2-17-2022) and staff #7(2-17-2022) (See IS Code Sheet) contained a Pediatric First Aid/CPR training date that exceeded the mandatory ninety days to receive the training.
The file for staff #6 who was hired prior to 12-19-2020 contained 10 hours of the mandatory 12 hours of annual training by the mandatory training date of 12-19-2021. The file for staff#5 who was hired prior to 12-19-2020 contained 3 hours of the mandatory 12 hours of annual training by the mandatory training date of 12-19-2021.
“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
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Daily rates
| Age group | Full time, per day | Part time, per day |
|---|---|---|
| Newborn (Under 6 Weeks) | $75.00 | $55.00 |
| Infant (6 Weeks-12 mos.) | $75.00 | $55.00 |
| Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) | $75.00 | $55.00 |
| Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) | $65.00 | $55.00 |
| Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) | $65.00 | $55.00 |
| Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) | $65.00 | $50.00 |
| Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.) | $65.00 | $50.00 |
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.
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Common questions
Has Future Focus Childcare LLC had any serious violations?
Pennsylvania cited 16 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 Sep 10, 2026 (supervision): “At approximately 2:20pm on 9/10/2026, Certification Representative observed Staff Person #1 supervising eight pre-school aged children during naptime. Staff Person #1 was positioned in a chair with their back to one of…” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.
Have there been complaints about Future Focus Childcare LLC?
Pennsylvania lists 3 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 Future Focus Childcare LLC’s Keystone STARS rating?
STAR 2, effective Apr 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 Future Focus Childcare LLC compare with other daycares in Pittsburgh?
It is tied for #157 of 251 centers in Pittsburgh by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 88% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.
When was Future Focus Childcare LLC last inspected?
Sep 10, 2026 (unannounced monitoring). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.
How much does Future Focus Childcare LLC cost?
It reported full-time daily rates of $75.00 for newborn, $75.00 for infant, $75.00 for young toddler, $65.00 for older toddler in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.
Who runs Future Focus Childcare LLC?
The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Future Focus Childcare LLC.
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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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