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JLC Day Care

2018 S Braddock Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15218 · Allegheny County
1 core-safety citation in last 12 months Keystone STAR 1

JLC Day Care is a certified child care center in Pittsburgh, PA, with capacity for 128 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 1 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 7 times. The state cited 69 violations, 4 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for building & playground safety (23 of 69). 8 citations came in the last 12 months, including 1 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.

Inspection record

More citations than 88% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. Among the most cited
Tied for #157 of 251 centers in Pittsburgh
4 Core-safety citations
65 Other citations
7 Inspections
0 Complaint investigations that found violations
69 citations from 7 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · 8 in the last 12 months · last inspected Aug 18, 2026

Every state visit

2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom) Aug 18, 2026 · Inspection · citation found Aug 7, 2025 · Inspection · citation found Apr 29, 2025 · Inspection · citation found Aug 22, 2024 · Inspection · citation found Nov 9, 2023 · Inspection · citation found Aug 16, 2023 · Inspection · citation found Aug 24, 2022 · Inspection · citation found
Violation found No violation Top row: inspections · bottom row: complaint investigations, self-reported incidents and other visits

What inspectors cited most

Building & playground safety 23
Records & paperwork 19
Health & medication 12
Training & qualifications 6
Background checks 3
Food & feeding 3
Emergency preparedness 2
Supervision 1

Citations, newest first

Core safety Aug 18, 2026 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
The file(s) for Staff Person(s) #1 contained PA State Police Clearances (07.27.2027 and 07.28.2026) and Child Abuse Clearances (08.13.2021 and 08.14.2026) that were dated more than 60 months apart. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET) The file(s) for Staff Person(s) #2 contained PA State Police Clearances (07.27.2021 and 07.28.2026) and #3 (09.09.2020 and 07.28.2026) that were dated more than 60 months apart. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET)
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 28, 2026): “Staff #1, #2 and #3 have current clearances in the file.”
Citation Aug 18, 2026 Inspection Health & medication
Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(b)(2)/3270.181(c)
The Updated Child Health Assessment(s) for Child(ren) #2 and #4 lacked in the child file. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET)
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 28, 2026): “The health assessments for children #2 and #4 are current and in the file.”
Citation Aug 18, 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)
The facility's fire alarm test report documented testing of the fire alarm system between 05.02.2023 and 06.19.2026 (48 Days). The test was conducted more than 30 days apart.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 28, 2026): “The facility fire alarm was tested on 08.10.2026 then again 30 days later on 09.04.2026 and documented.”
Citation Aug 18, 2026 Inspection Training & qualifications
Comply with CPSL 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)
The last two Mandated Reporter Trainings for staff person(s) #1 (10.10.2020 and 03.02.2026) and #3 (10.10.2020 and 08.10.2026) were dated more than 60 months apart. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET)
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 28, 2026): “Staff #1 and #3 have current mandated reporter trainings in the file.”
Citation Aug 18, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Services proceeded 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(3)
The Child Service Report(s) for child(ren) #1, #2, #3 and #4 did not include a six-month update from the last report dated: 03.2025. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET)
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 28, 2026): “The child service reports for children #1, #2, #3 and #4 are current and in their files.”
Citation Aug 18, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(f)/3270.181(c)
The file for child(ren) #1, #2, #3 and #4 contained an Emergency Contact form that was not updated within 6 months of the previous update dated: 09.2025. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET)
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 28, 2026): “The emergency contact forms are updated for children #1, #2, #3 and #4 and in the file.”
Citation Aug 18, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos 55 Pa. Code §3270.181(c)
The file(s) for child(ren) #1, #2, #3 and #4 contained a Financial Agreement form that was not updated within 6 months of the previous update dated: 09.2025. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET)
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 28, 2026): “The financial agreements are updated for children #1, #2, #3 and #4.”
Citation Aug 18, 2026 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)
Staff Person(s) #1 (8 of 12 Hours) and #4 (10 of 12 Hours) lacked a minimum of 12 hours of childcare training. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET)
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 28, 2026): “Staff person #1 and #4 now have 12 hours of childcare training in their file.”
Citation Aug 7, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.21
In Room #2 (Toddler Room), the pencil sharpener cord was freely hanging, creating a potential choking hazard.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 15, 2025): “The pencil sharpener was removed from the toddler room.”
Citation Aug 7, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Locked or inaccessible 55 Pa. Code §3270.66(a)
In the children's restroom in an unlocked cabinet below the sink it was observed a can of Lysol spray labeled, "KEEP OUT OF THE REACH OF CHILDREN" was accessible to children while in the restroom.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 15, 2025): “The Lysol Spray can was removed.”
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Citation Aug 7, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
On excursions 55 Pa. Code §3270.75(d)
The facility's main excursion first-aid kit/to go bag lacked a bottle of water and emergency contact forms.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 15, 2025): “The Emergency Contact Forms and bottle of water were put in the main excursion first aid kit/bag.”
Citation Aug 7, 2025 Inspection Food & feeding
Refrigerator 55 Pa. Code §3270.107
The refrigerator, in Room #1, used for childcare was lacking an operating thermometer.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 15, 2025): “A thermometer was immediately placed in the refrigerator and checked before cert rep left the daycare.”
Citation Aug 7, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months/Initial and subsequent health reports 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(b)(2)/3270.182(1)
The file for Child #1 (PS) reflects that the most recent Updated Health Assessment was completed more than 12 months after the Initial Health Assessment. Specifically, the initial assessment was dated June 2024 and the updated assessment was dated July 2025. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET)
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 15, 2025): “The child file was updated with the most recent health assessment.”
Citation Aug 7, 2025 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(s) for Staff Person(s) #1 lacked an updated Health Assessment. The last Health Assessment on file for Staff Person(s) #1 was dated: 06.2023. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET)
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 15, 2025): “The operator has an updated physical (Dated: 08.19.2025) which is now in the file.”
Citation Aug 7, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Services proceeded 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(3)
The Child Service Report(s) for child(ren) #4 and #5 were/was lacking a six-month update from the last. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET)
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 30, 2025): “The operator will get the Child Service Reports completed and placed in the child's file.”
Citation Aug 7, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Admission date/Application, admission, withdrawal dates 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(6)/3270.182(2)
The Fee Agreement Form for Child File(s) #4 and #5 lacked the "Date of Admission." (SEE LIS CODE SHEET)
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 15, 2025): “The Date of Admission date will be added to the child files.”
Citation Aug 7, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Each child care space 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(c)
Room #1 lacked the required emergency contact information for the children receiving care in the space.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 15, 2025): “The Emergency Contact Forms were added to the classroom folder.”
Citation Aug 7, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(f)/3270.181(c)
The file for child(ren) #1, #2, #3, #4 and #5 contained an emergency contact form that was not updated within 6 months of the previous update. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET)
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 30, 2025): “The operator will update the Emergency Contact Forms every six months.”
Citation Aug 7, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos 55 Pa. Code §3270.181(c)
The file for child #2 contained a Financial Agreement form that had updates more than six-months apart. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET)
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 30, 2025): “The operator will have the parent review the forms and update them with date and signature.”
Citation Apr 29, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76
The light fixture cover on the ceiling was observed to have a black substance which appeared to be mold. On the first floor, in the lady's restroom, was a heating unit surrounded by sheet metal covering with a wooden casing had sharp edges which pose a cutting hazard.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 29, 2025): “The owner/operator will clean the light fixture cover and send a picture to the CR. The owner/operator will repair the sharp edges and send a picture to CR.”
Citation Apr 29, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Clean and good repair 55 Pa. Code §3270.102(a)
A green bin in a 2 x 4 bookcase had a cracked corner which posed a pinch point and/or cutting hazard
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 29, 2025): “The owner/operator/director replaced the bin.”
Citation Apr 29, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance 55 Pa. Code §3270.95(a)/3270.95(b)
During the Allocated Unannounced Inspection on 04.29.2025, the owner/operator/director tested the fire detection system and it was found to be inoperable.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 15, 2025): “The provider immediately bought six smoke alarms and placed one in each room and one above the restroom in the hallway. The CR and owner/operator will FT to show all six units are operable. The landlord was called and he is getting an electrician to replace the smoke alarms.”
Citation Aug 22, 2024 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Training regarding plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(c)
The most recent Emergency Plan training for Staff person #1 is documented on 9/9/22. There was no documentation of training specific to the Emergency Plan in the files for Staff person #2 or Staff person #3.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 30, 2024): “Facility Person #1 &2 have a current Er Plan training document and in their file”
Citation Aug 22, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less 55 Pa. Code §3270.65
Electrical outlets lacked protective covers in the following areas: under the stage in the gym; in the school age room, and in the lower level (toddler) classroom accessible to children 5 years and younger.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 30, 2024): “All electrical outlets not in use will have protective receptable covers and will be checked daily at the begining and end of day. Electrical outlet is covered at this time”
Citation Aug 22, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Locked or inaccessible 55 Pa. Code §3270.66(a)
There were toxins/cleaners stating "Keep out of reach of children" in an unlocked cabinet under the lower level bathroom sink and in the unlocked utility closet off the gym accessible to children.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 30, 2024): “The toxins/cleaners were removed. The utility closet is locked at this time”
Citation Aug 22, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76
The floor in the gym has broken or missing tile pieces. In the upper level infant room, the carpet has a run/snag in it resulting in a long string creating a tripping hazard. In the school age room, the carpet entering the room was curled up and the carpet edge was unraveling. There was dog feces from the neighbor's pet in the designated outdoor play space. There was a nail protruding about 2" out of the back wall in the school age room. The door frame between the upper level infant room and current toddler/preschool room had splintered wood as well as a small nail protruding.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 30, 2024): “The gym broken pieces are replace and covered Infant Rm carpet snag is cut and taped down. School Age Room carpet is is uncurled flat and taped down. Outdoor play space Infant Room dog poo removed School Age Room Nail in Back wall removed upper level Infant Room/toddler-Preschool Rm nail is removed…”
Citation Aug 22, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
No peeling paint or plaster 55 Pa. Code §3270.77(a)
The gym wall to the right of the stage has a large amount of peeling paint. The school age room had an area of peeling paint on the wall next to the door exiting to the stairway leading to the gym. There is also peeling paint in the second stall of the lower level restroom.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 30, 2024): “The peeling paint will be removed and repainted”
Citation Aug 22, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Clean and good repair 55 Pa. Code §3270.82(g)
The toilet seat on the child-sized potty is pitted and not in good condition. The lower level restroom has loose toilet seats in both stalls.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 30, 2024): “The toilet seat will be replace.”
Citation Aug 22, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Handwashing signs 55 Pa. Code §3270.82(h)
The upstairs restroom lacked a handwashing sign above the child-sized toilet. The downstairs restroom lacked a handwashing sign above the second sink.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 30, 2024): “The upstairs and downstairs bathrooms have a handwashing sign posted at this time.”
Citation Aug 22, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Stairs, exits, etc. unobstructed 55 Pa. Code §3270.91(a)
The hallway leading to the designated entrance for the facility contains carts, shelves, and other items obstructing the egress.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 30, 2024): “All items in hallway leading to designated entrance to Facility were removed”
Citation Aug 22, 2024 Inspection Health & medication
2 feet apart 55 Pa. Code §3270.106(f)
During nap time, there was less than 2 feet of space around two of the resting mats.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 4, 2024): “The children were moved to be 2 feet away from each other”
Citation Aug 22, 2024 Inspection Health & medication
Surfaces cleaned 55 Pa. Code §3270.135(b)
Staff person #2 neglected to clean/sanitize the diaper changing station after changing a child's diaper.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 4, 2024): “Operator spoke with Facility Person to ensure that when diapering the changing station is to be cleaned/sanitized after changing each child.”
Citation Aug 22, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Fire safety - 1 yr. 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(ii)
The files for Staff person #1, Staff person #2, and Staff person #3 lacked documentation of a current annual fire safety training. The most recent fire safety training was documented on July 27, 2023.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 30, 2024): “The Facility persons 1,2,&3, have a current annual Fire Safety training in their File”
Citation Aug 22, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Physician name, address, phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(2)
The emergency contact form in the files for Child #1, Child #2, and Child #3 lacked the physician's address.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 30, 2024): “The operator/Facility person will review emergency contact forms with parents to ensure the name address and telephone of childs physicians is on the forms and update in the file at this time”
Citation Aug 22, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Parent home/work address, phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(3)
The emergency contact form in the files for Child #1, Child #2, Child #3, and Child #4 lack the parent's work address. The emergency contact form in the files for Child #1, Child #3, and Child #4 lack the parent's work phone number.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 30, 2024): “The operator/Facility person will check and review emergency contact form with parent to secure that the work number and address is on the forms and updated in the file at this time”
Citation Aug 22, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Name/address/phone release person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(7)
The emergency contact form in the file for Child #2 and Child #3 lacked the address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 30, 2024): “The operator/Facility person will review the emergency contact form with the parent and request the addrss of the person designated for child to be released too”
Citation Aug 22, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Each child care space 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(c)
There was no emergency contact form for Child #5 in the classroom.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 4, 2024): “A copy of the childs emergency contact form was made and placed in the classroom.”
Citation Aug 22, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)
The files for Staff person #1 and Staff person #3 lacked documentation of 12 annual training hours between December 19, 2022 and December 19, 2023.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 4, 2024): “Facility persons #1 and #3 have 12 annual hours documented and in File”
Citation Nov 9, 2023 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
The facilities Emergency Plan did not address Continuity of Operations.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 17, 2023): “A continuity of operation plan is now in place in emergency plan that will allow the director to inform parents and relocate children where their files are stored at another location in any event of emergency.”
Core safety Aug 16, 2023 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
The file for Staff #1 contained an FBI Clearance that was not obtained within 60 months of the previous clearance.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 20, 2023): “Facility person #1 has current clearances on file at this time.”
Core safety Aug 16, 2023 Inspection Supervision
Water play table 55 Pa. Code §3270.115(c)
Located in the Room 1 there was a water table that contained water that had not been emptied daily. Staff stated that they did not know when the water table had been filled but was aware that it had not been filled the day of the inspection.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 20, 2023): “The water table was emptied out.”
Citation Aug 16, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less 55 Pa. Code §3270.65
In Room 2 on the left wall next to the bookshelf there was an electrical outlet that lacked a protective receptacle covers. In the Gym on the right-side wall next to the bench there were two outlets that lacked protective outlet covers. The outlets were accessible to children 5 years of age and younger.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 20, 2023): “All electrical outlets not in use have a protective receptable cover and will be checked daily at the beginning and end of the day. electrical outlet is covered at this time.”
Citation Aug 16, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76
In Room 2 along the right-side wall next to the radiator was a cord that had become loose from the wall and created a tripping hazard to the children in care.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 20, 2023): “The cord was wrapped and tighten against the wall.”
Citation Aug 16, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
No peeling paint or plaster 55 Pa. Code §3270.77(a)
In Room 2 along the left side wall next ot the bookshelf was a hole in the plaster.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 20, 2023): “The hole was filled and covered.”
Citation Aug 16, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
Clean and good repair 55 Pa. Code §3270.102(a)
In Room 3 there was a cozy coupe car that had a broken steering wheel that created a cutting hazard to the children in care.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 20, 2023): “The cozy coupe was removed and discarded.”
Citation Aug 16, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
Small Toys and Objects 55 Pa. Code §3270.103
In Room 1 there was a small bead along the floor underneath the microwave. In Room 3 there was a Mega Blocks bag that had plastic tape on it that was peeling off into small pieces. Both of these were accessible to children who are still placing items in their mouths.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 22, 2023): “The Mega Block bag was removed and discarded. Small beads was removed and discarded and any objects less than 1 inch will not be promitted in Room with children who still put objects in their mouth.”
Citation Aug 16, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
Clean, good repair, proper size 55 Pa. Code §3270.104(a)
In Room 3 there was a spinning cabinet that had splintering wood along the bottom edge which created a cutting hazard to the children in care.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 20, 2023): “The spinning cabinet is covered and repaired at this time.”
Citation Aug 16, 2023 Inspection Food & feeding
Refrigerator 55 Pa. Code §3270.107
The refrigerators located Room 1and Room 2 lacked an operating thermometer.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 20, 2023): “The refrigerators were removed from classroom.”
Citation Aug 16, 2023 Inspection Health & medication
Child's hands washed 55 Pa. Code §3270.134(a)
In Room 1, staff was observed changing a toddler's diaper. Staff did not ensure the child's hands were washed after being diapered.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 22, 2023): “Operator spoke with facility person to ensure that when diapering a child, before and after meals, and after toileting a child that the child's hands are to be washed every time.”
Citation Aug 16, 2023 Inspection Health & medication
12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(a)
The file for Staff #2 contained a health assessment that was conducted more than 24 months after the previous assessment.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 22, 2023): “Facility Person #1 has current health assessment on file at this time.”
Citation Aug 16, 2023 Inspection Health & medication
Adult Hygiene 55 Pa. Code §3270.152
In Room 1, staff was observed changing a diaper. Staff did not wash hands after the diaper change was completed.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 22, 2023): “Operator spoke with facility person to ensure that they make sure their (facility persons) hands are washed after diapering a child, after toileting, and before/after meals and snacks.”
Citation Aug 16, 2023 Inspection Food & feeding
Written statement 55 Pa. Code §3270.166(1)
The file for Child #3, an infant, lacked a written formula and feeding schedule obtained from the parent.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 20, 2023): “A written formula and feeding schedule was made out and put in child #3 file.”
Citation Aug 16, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Arrival/departure times 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(4)
The file for Child #1 contained an agreement which did not specify the child's arrival or departure times.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 22, 2023): “The operator will review the agreement form with the parent and request the child's arrival and departure times.”
Citation Aug 16, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Designated release persons 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(5)
The Agreement for Child #1 lacked the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 22, 2023): “The operator will review the agreement form with the parent and request the person designated for whom the child can be released to.”
Citation Aug 16, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Physician name, address, phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(2)
The Emergency Contact Form for Child #2 lacked the name, address, and telephone number of the child's physician.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 22, 2023): “The operator will review the emergency contact form with parent and request name, address, and telephone number of child's physician.”
Citation Aug 16, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Name/address/phone release person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(7)
The Emergency Contact Form for Child #2 lacked the telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 22, 2023): “The operator will review the emergency contact form with the parent and request the telephone number of the person designated for child to be released to.”
Citation Aug 16, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Each child care space 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(c)
The Emergency Contact information was not present in Room 1 Child #3. The child was present and receiving care in the room.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 20, 2023): “A copy of the child's emergency contact form was made and placed in the classroom.”
Core safety Aug 24, 2022 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)
The updates to the Child Abuse and FBI Clearances on file for Staff Person #1 exceeded 60 months between update. The updates to the Child Abuse Clearance and Mandated Reporter Training on file for Staff Person #2 exceeded 60 months between update. The file for Staff Person #3 lacked a Child Abuse Clearance that had been completed for employment purposes. The Child Abuse Clearance on file was completed for Volunteer purposes.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 25, 2022): “Facility Person #3 will be removed from the facility until a completed Child Abuse Clearance for employment purposes is obtained. Facility Person #1 and #2 have current clearances on file at this time.”
Citation Aug 24, 2022 Inspection Building & playground safety
Lidded waste receptacles 55 Pa. Code §3270.82(i)
A lidded waste receptacle was missing from the sink in Classroom #2.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 26, 2022): “A lidded garbage can will be placed at the sink in Classroom #2.”
Citation Aug 24, 2022 Inspection Building & playground safety
Clean and good repair 55 Pa. Code §3270.102(a)
In Classroom #3 downstairs one cracked bin with a sharp edge was observed.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 24, 2022): “The bin was discarded.”
Citation Aug 24, 2022 Inspection Building & playground safety
Hazardous toys and equipment 55 Pa. Code §3270.102(g)
Two wooden high chairs that had been recalled were observed in Classroom #2.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 24, 2022): “The high chairs were removed from the classroom and will be removed from the facility at the end of the day.”
Citation Aug 24, 2022 Inspection Health & medication
Free from contagious/communicable disease/Age appropriate screenings complete 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(d)(7)/3270.131(d)(8)
The health assessments on file for Children #2 and #3 lacked a statement that the child is able to participate in child care and appears to be free from contagious and communicable diseases. The health assessments also lacked a statement that the children had received age-appropriate screenings recommended by the AAP.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 16, 2022): “Operator will request that the parent contact the physician to obtain the missing information.”
Citation Aug 24, 2022 Inspection Health & medication
Exemption documentation from parent/guardian 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(e)(1)
The immunization records on file for Children #2 and #3 lacked an annual influenza vaccination as recommended by the ACIP. A written exemption was not on file at the time of the inspection.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 17, 2022): “Operator will request that the parent provide verification of an annual flu vaccination or a written exemption will be obtained.”
Citation Aug 24, 2022 Inspection Health & medication
Paper towels discarded/Liquid or powdered soap 55 Pa. Code §3270.134(c)/3270.134(d)
The sink in Classroom #2, that is utilized for handwashing after diapering, lacked soap and paper towels.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 24, 2022): “Soap and paper towels were placed at the sink.”
Citation Aug 24, 2022 Inspection Health & medication
12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(a)
The health assessments on file for Facility Person #2 exceeded 24 months between examinations.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 24, 2022): “Facility Person #2 has a current health assessment on file at this time.”
Citation Aug 24, 2022 Inspection Training & qualifications
Fire safety - 1 yr. 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(ii)
The most recent and the previous fire safety trainings on file for Facility Person's #1, #2 and #4 exceeded 12 months between updates. The trainings on file were dated 10/22/20 and 7/27/22.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 24, 2022): “The facility has participated in a recent fire safety training and staff are current at this time.”
Citation Aug 24, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Each child care space 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(c)
An emergency contact form was missing for a child receiving care in Classroom #2 (Toddler Classroom).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 24, 2022): “A copy of the child's emergency contact form was made and placed in the classroom.”
Citation Aug 24, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(5)
The emergency contact form for Child #1 lacked signed parental consent for administration of minor first aid by facility staff.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 16, 2022): “Operator will review the emergency contact form with the parent and request the missing parental consent.”
Citation Aug 24, 2022 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)
The file for Facility Person #2 lacked 12 clock hours of annual childcare training in their respective training year.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 24, 2022): “Facility Person #2 completed a 10 hour training on 8/8/22 and a 4 hour training on 6/22/22 that were counted toward their missing hours.”

“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.

About this center

Capacity 128 children
Certificate status Regular (COMPASS: awaiting renewal)
Certificate valid through Nov 24, 2026
Keystone STARS STAR 1
since Jan 9, 2019 · what STARS means
Operator JLC Day Care INC
Phone —
State certificate # CER-00247892
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Not checked by Daycare Record

Common questions

Has JLC Day Care had any serious violations?

Pennsylvania cited 4 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 Aug 18, 2026 (background checks): “The file(s) for Staff Person(s) #1 contained PA State Police Clearances (07.27.2027 and 07.28.2026) and Child Abuse Clearances (08.13.2021 and 08.14.2026) that were dated more than 60 months apart. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET)…” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.

Have there been complaints about JLC Day Care?

Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at JLC Day Care since 2021. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.

What is JLC Day Care’s Keystone STARS rating?

STAR 1, effective Jan 9, 2019. 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 JLC Day Care 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 JLC Day Care last inspected?

Aug 18, 2026 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.

Who runs JLC Day Care?

The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is JLC Day Care INC.

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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