JLC Day Care
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.
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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)
The Updated Child Health Assessment(s) for Child(ren) #2 and #4 lacked in the child file. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET)
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.
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)
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)
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)
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)
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)
In Room #2 (Toddler Room), the pencil sharpener cord was freely hanging, creating a potential choking hazard.
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.
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The facility's main excursion first-aid kit/to go bag lacked a bottle of water and emergency contact forms.
The refrigerator, in Room #1, used for childcare was lacking an operating thermometer.
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)
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)
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)
The Fee Agreement Form for Child File(s) #4 and #5 lacked the "Date of Admission." (SEE LIS CODE SHEET)
Room #1 lacked the required emergency contact information for the children receiving care in the space.
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)
The file for child #2 contained a Financial Agreement form that had updates more than six-months apart. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET)
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.
A green bin in a 2 x 4 bookcase had a cracked corner which posed a pinch point and/or cutting hazard
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
The upstairs restroom lacked a handwashing sign above the child-sized toilet. The downstairs restroom lacked a handwashing sign above the second sink.
The hallway leading to the designated entrance for the facility contains carts, shelves, and other items obstructing the egress.
During nap time, there was less than 2 feet of space around two of the resting mats.
Staff person #2 neglected to clean/sanitize the diaper changing station after changing a child's diaper.
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.
The emergency contact form in the files for Child #1, Child #2, and Child #3 lacked the physician's address.
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.
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.
There was no emergency contact form for Child #5 in the classroom.
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.
The facilities Emergency Plan did not address Continuity of Operations.
The file for Staff #1 contained an FBI Clearance that was not obtained within 60 months of the previous clearance.
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.
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.
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.
In Room 2 along the left side wall next ot the bookshelf was a hole in the plaster.
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.
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.
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.
The refrigerators located Room 1and Room 2 lacked an operating thermometer.
In Room 1, staff was observed changing a toddler's diaper. Staff did not ensure the child's hands were washed after being diapered.
The file for Staff #2 contained a health assessment that was conducted more than 24 months after the previous assessment.
In Room 1, staff was observed changing a diaper. Staff did not wash hands after the diaper change was completed.
The file for Child #3, an infant, lacked a written formula and feeding schedule obtained from the parent.
The file for Child #1 contained an agreement which did not specify the child's arrival or departure times.
The Agreement for Child #1 lacked the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.
The Emergency Contact Form for Child #2 lacked the name, address, and telephone number of the child's physician.
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.
The Emergency Contact information was not present in Room 1 Child #3. The child was present and receiving care in the room.
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.
A lidded waste receptacle was missing from the sink in Classroom #2.
In Classroom #3 downstairs one cracked bin with a sharp edge was observed.
Two wooden high chairs that had been recalled were observed in Classroom #2.
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.
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.
The sink in Classroom #2, that is utilized for handwashing after diapering, lacked soap and paper towels.
The health assessments on file for Facility Person #2 exceeded 24 months between examinations.
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.
An emergency contact form was missing for a child receiving care in Classroom #2 (Toddler Classroom).
The emergency contact form for Child #1 lacked signed parental consent for administration of minor first aid by facility staff.
The file for Facility Person #2 lacked 12 clock hours of annual childcare training in their respective training year.
“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.
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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.
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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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