Glenshaw Presbyterian Church Child Care CTR
Glenshaw Presbyterian Church Child Care CTR is a certified child care center in Glenshaw, PA, with capacity for 223 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 2 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 6 times. The state cited 47 violations, 1 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for building & playground safety (19 of 47). 8 citations came in the last 12 months. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is tied for #199 of 457 centers in Allegheny County and has more citations per inspection than 75% of Pennsylvania certified centers.
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A spray bottle containing Lysol and water in the Preschool Classroom was not labeled with its contents,
When tested, the water at the sinks accessible to children in preschool, infants and the downstairs and upstairs restrooms had a temperature of approximately 115° F, 5° F more than the max temperature allowed (110° F).
The first aid kit in the School-Age Classroom did not contain an assortment of adhesive bandages.
Peeling paint was located below the far window in the Toddler Classroom. The white paint on both sides of a church pew in the School-Age Classroom was peeling in multiple areas. The wall by the church pew in the School-Age classroom had damaged plaster.
A bathroom stall by the School-Age Classroom did not have a posted handwashing sign.
The health assessment for Staff #2 did not contain an explanation to the result of the examination for communicable diseases.
Pediatric first aid/pediatric CPR for Staff #1 was updated 6/25/2026, after the 1/2026 expiration of the prior training taken 1/17/2024.
The file of Staff #3 contained consecutive mandated reporter trainings dated 12/13/2019 and 1/21/2025, more than 60 months apart.
The file of staff #1, who resided outside of the state of Pennsylvania in the past 5 years, did not have the correct Child Protective Services Record Check or sex offender registry check from the state in which they resided.
A stall in the girl's restroom by the school age classroom did not have a posted handwashing sign at the toilet.
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A bin containing blocks in the toddler classroom and a bin containing wooden dolls in the downstairs preschool room on the left were broken creating sharp edges.
A set of cubbies in the toddler classroom were rocking side to side when touched as the base of the cubby was not level with the floor creating a pinch point.
The immunization record of child #1, a young toddler (see LIS code sheet) did not contain documentation of a varicella or an MMR vaccination as recommended by the ACIP or an acceptable exemption.
The files of staff #2, #3, #4, #5, #6, #7, #8, #9 and #10 contained documentation of fire safety trainings taken more than 12 months apart (1/20/2024 and 2/20/2025).
The emergency contact of child #1 did not have the address of one of the release persons designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
Based on documentation on the fire drill log, the last fire drill was conducted on 9/6/2024.
Based on documentation, testing the fire detection system exceeded 30 days on the following occasions: 10/1/2024 to 11/1/2024 and 12/31/2024 to 1/31/2025.
Staff person #1 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 2/3/2020. Mandated reporter trainings for staff #2 (1/23/2020 and 1/30/2025) and staff #3 (11/4/2019 and 1/21/2025) exceeded 60 months.
The letter provided to the parent regarding emergency procedures did not contain information on the accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with special needs and chronic medical conditions.
The window restrictors on a window in the toddler classroom were not engaged allowing the window, which was above ground level, to open more than 6 inches.
The first aid kit in the infant room did not contain adhesive bandages.
The artificial grass surfacing beneath the embedded equipment in the preschool play space was lifting exposing the padding and frayed underlay was protruding between the seams of the grass.
The top step of the climber in the preschool play space has a crack in the corner by the bolt which secures the steps to the structure.
The file of child #1, identified as a young toddler (see LIS code sheet), contained documentation of the child's most recent health assessment dated more than 6 months from the previous assessment (11/6/2023 and 8/27/2024).
The health assessment of staff #3 did not include the professional title of the individual who signed the form.
Based on documentation of testing the fire detection system, testing exceeded 30 days on the following occasions: 12/1/2023 to 1/2/2024, 3/1/2024 to 4/1/2024, 5/1/2024 to 6/1/2024, 7/1/2024 to 8/1/2024 to 9/1/2024.
Staff person #2 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): health and safety trainings
The emergency contact form of child # 3 did not include the address of their physician.
The emergency contact form of child #3 did not contain the work telephone number of the enrolling parent.
The emergency contact form of child #3 did not have the address of 1 individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released and the telephone number of another.
The file of child #2 did not contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care.
The file of child #2 did not contain signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff.
The file of staff #1 contained documentation of 4 hours in their annual training year between 12/2022 and 12/2023 lacking 8 hours to meet the 12-hour annual requirement.
The corner of the steps on the children's climbing structure in the outdoor play space were observed to be cracked.
Staff person #5 has not had a health assessment conducted within the last 24 months. The most recent documentation of a health assessment on file is dated 9/3/21.
The facility's documentation of testing the fire detection system exceeded 30 days from 10/15/22 to 11/15/22, 12/5/22 to 1/13/23, 1/13/23 to 2/13/23, and 5/11/23 to 6/13/23.
The files for staff persons #1 and #2 were observed to lack completion of the following pre-service training by December 30, 2022: Pennsylvania Health and Safety Update 2022.
The two most recent fire safety trainings on file for staff persons #1, #2, #3 and #5 were dated more than 12 months apart: 1/1/22 and 2/22/23)
Staff person #4 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Pediatric first aid/CPR.
In the SA Room, a wooden corner trim attached the wall near the fire extinguisher in the far left corner of the room was broken off causing punch points.
Under the sink in the SA girl's bathroom, a metal valve handle was observed to be broken causing pinch points and was not in good repair.
The facility had documentation of fire alarm testing that exceeded 30 days from 8/10/21-9/14/21, 3/8/22-4/12/22 and 5/10/22-6/14/22.
The file for staff person #2, #3, #4, #5, #6, #7, #8, #9, #10, #11, and #12 lacked completion of the pre-service training of pediatric first aid/CPR from a PQAS approved trainer by April 29, 2022. The pre-service training on file for staff person #2, #3, #4, #5, #6, #7, #8, #9, #10, #11, and #12 are dated 8/27/22.
The agreement form in the file for child #1, #2 and #3 was observed to contain the original agreement form, in which the parent shall receive.
The emergency contact form child #1 lacked the health insurance coverage for the child.
Staff person #1 did not complete the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): pediatric first aid/CPR from a PQAS approved trainer and a PQAS approved curriculum.
The file for staff person #8 lacked an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training for the year December 19, 2020 - December 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.
Daily rates
| Age group | Full time, per day | Part time, per day |
|---|---|---|
| Newborn (Under 6 Weeks) | $59.42 | $56.60 |
| Infant (6 Weeks-12 mos.) | $59.42 | $56.60 |
| Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) | $53.25 | $44.36 |
| Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) | $53.25 | $44.36 |
| Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) | $53.25 | $44.36 |
| Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) | $20.00 | $17.00 |
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 Glenshaw Presbyterian Church Child Care CTR had any serious violations?
Pennsylvania cited 1 violation 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 8, 2025 (background checks): “The file of staff #1, who resided outside of the state of Pennsylvania in the past 5 years, did not have the correct Child Protective Services Record Check or sex offender registry check from the state in which they…” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.
Have there been complaints about Glenshaw Presbyterian Church Child Care CTR?
Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at Glenshaw Presbyterian Church Child Care CTR since 2021. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.
What is Glenshaw Presbyterian Church Child Care CTR’s Keystone STARS rating?
STAR 2, effective Nov 24, 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 Glenshaw Presbyterian Church Child Care CTR compare with other daycares in Allegheny County?
It is tied for #199 of 457 centers in Allegheny County by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 75% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.
When was Glenshaw Presbyterian Church Child Care CTR last inspected?
Sep 2, 2026 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.
How much does Glenshaw Presbyterian Church Child Care CTR cost?
It reported full-time daily rates of $59.42 for newborn, $59.42 for infant, $53.25 for young toddler, $53.25 for older toddler in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.
Who runs Glenshaw Presbyterian Church Child Care CTR?
The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Glenshaw Presbyterian Church.
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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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