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Kelly and Ninas Daycare

800 Russellwood Ave, McKees Rocks, PA 15136 · Allegheny County
1 core-safety citation in last 12 months Keystone STAR 2

Kelly and Ninas Daycare is a certified child care center in McKees Rocks, PA, with capacity for 107 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 2 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 10 times. The state cited 150 violations, 12 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for building & playground safety (43 of 150). 18 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 #10 of 12 centers in McKees Rocks and has more citations per inspection than 98% of Pennsylvania certified centers.

Inspection record

More citations than 98% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. Among the most cited
Tied for #10 of 12 centers in McKees Rocks
12 Core-safety citations
138 Other citations
10 Inspections
0 Complaint investigations that found violations
150 citations from 11 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · 18 in the last 12 months · last inspected Jul 24, 2026

Every state visit

2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom) Jul 24, 2026 · Inspection · citation found Jun 10, 2026 · Report/investigation · no citation Sep 12, 2025 · Inspection · citation found Jul 9, 2025 · Inspection · citation found May 27, 2025 · Inspection · citation found Feb 28, 2025 · Inspection · citation found Feb 12, 2024 · Inspection · citation found May 4, 2023 · Inspection · citation found Jan 17, 2023 · Inspection · citation found Oct 21, 2022 · Inspection · citation found Oct 15, 2021 · Inspection · citation found
Violation found No violation Top row: inspections · bottom row: complaint investigations, self-reported incidents and other visits

What inspectors cited most

Building & playground safety 43
Records & paperwork 40
Health & medication 27
Training & qualifications 18
Background checks 7
Emergency preparedness 7
Food & feeding 3
Supervision 3
Staff ratios 2

Citations, newest first

Core safety Jul 24, 2026 Inspection Staff ratios
Mixed Age Level 55 Pa. Code §3270.52
At approximately 1:10 p.m. in the infant room with a total of 9 children, staff person #2 named 4 older toddlers in their group and staff person #3 named 4 older toddlers and an infant their group, resulting in staff person #3 being out of ratio.
Center’s plan of correction (accepted, Sep 18, 2026): “A meeting was held with all staff to discuss our violations. Each person was reminded that even though we are responsible for every child in the classroom and we are in staff-child ratio, it is very important to know which children are in your group.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Needs Verification
Citation Jul 24, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.21
In the toddler room, the television on the left side of the room was mounted on the wall and had a cord that was hanging down and was plugged into a power strip that was not secured and was a visible hazard.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 18, 2026): “In the toddler room, the television cord has been secured to the wall and the power strip has been secured to the floor. Neither the TV cord nor the power strip is visible to the children and both are not of any hazard to the children. Photos will be sent of the corrections.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Needs Verification
Citation Jul 24, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less 55 Pa. Code §3270.65
In the preschool room, the electrical outlet in the front of the room to the left of the television lacked an outlet cover and was accessible to children 5 years of age and younger.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 18, 2026): “In the preschool room the outlet protective cover has been replaced in the wall outlet near the TV.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Needs Verification
Citation Jul 24, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76
In the school-age room at approximately 12:07 p.m., the floor was observed with standing water and dirt in multiple areas. The floor was clear earlier in the day, and the water and dirt appeared to come from the drain in the floor. On the outdoor play space, the fabric sign on the fence was frayed in multiple areas and had multiple holes. In the school-age room in the corner near the refrigerator, there were two damaged ceiling tiles that were observed.
Center’s plan of correction (accepted, Sep 18, 2026): “The building maintenance supervisor was called immediately. Him and his team came while the state inspector was still here. They flushed out the drain, checked all the service lines, cleaned and sanitized the floors. The sign on the fence was removed. They placed an order for the damaged tiles in…”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Needs Verification
Citation Jul 24, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
No peeling paint or plaster 55 Pa. Code §3270.77(a)
In the older preschool room, there was one area of peeling paint on the front left wall near the back corner.
Center’s plan of correction (accepted, Sep 18, 2026): “In the older preschool room, the chipped paint has been leveled out and repainted as of 8-4-26. Also, the blackboard and window ledges have been cleaned and wiped down. A photo will be sent of the corrections.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Needs Verification
Citation Jul 24, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Handwashing signs 55 Pa. Code §3270.82(h)
A handwashing sign was not posted at the sink in the toddler room.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 18, 2026): “As of 7-31-2026, a hand washing sign has been posted on the sink area and also near the changing station. Photos will be sent of the corrections.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Needs Verification
Citation Jul 24, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Stairs, exits, etc. unobstructed 55 Pa. Code §3270.91(a)
The first double doors on the left side of the hallway were obstructed by bikes and equipment. The second double doors around the corner in the hallway were obstructed by chairs and equipment.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 18, 2026): “As of August 4, 2026. the first set of double doors near the front entry have been cleared of all bikes and equipment that had the doors blocked. The second set of double doors around the corner have also been cleared or equipment, toys, and chairs. Photos will be sent of the corrections.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Needs Verification
Citation Jul 24, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Clean and good repair 55 Pa. Code §3270.102(a)
In the preschool room, a large bin containing crafts had a broken handle with cracks and sharp edges that were accessible to children.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 18, 2026): “The broken bin that was in the preschool room has been removed and replaced with a new one. Photos will be sent of the replacement.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Needs Verification
Citation Jul 24, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Small Toys and Objects 55 Pa. Code §3270.103
In the infant room, there was a large triangular fabric block that had multiple tears with small pieces of fabric coming apart that were less than 1 inch in diameter and were accessible to infants and young toddlers in the room who are still placing objects in their mouths.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 18, 2026): “The large triangular block In the infant room that was damaged, has been removed and thrown away.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Needs Verification
Citation Jul 24, 2026 Inspection Health & medication
2 feet apart 55 Pa. Code §3270.106(f)
In the infant room, there were three children in cribs that lacked 2 feet of space on three sides. In the older preschool room, there were two children on cots that had 2 feet of space on two sides and lacked 2 feet of space on a third side.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 18, 2026): “A staff meeting was held to inform all staff that cribs and cots must have at least 2 feet of space between them on three sides. In the older preschool room, those students have moved on to school age and a photo will be sent of the corrections in the infant room.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Needs Verification
Citation Jul 24, 2026 Inspection Health & medication
Initial health report for school age; accordance with school attendance 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(a)(4)
The file for child #4 lacked an initial health assessment for a school-age child in accordance with the requirements for medical examinations for school attendance in 28 Pa. Code § 23.2 (relating to medical examinations).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 18, 2026): “Child #4's file has a school age health assessment dated 5/23/2025 inside the folder.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Needs Verification
Citation Jul 24, 2026 Inspection Health & medication
Infant: updated health report every 6 months/Initial and subsequent health reports 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(b)(1)/3270.182(1)
The file for child #1, a young toddler, had health assessments that exceeded 6 months between assessments.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 18, 2026): “Child #1's file is up to date as of 4/23/2026 and includes a child health report.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Needs Verification
Citation Jul 24, 2026 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 #3, a preschooler, lacked a current health assessment updated within the last 12 months. The file for child #2, a preschooler, had health assessments that exceeded 12 months between assessments.
Center’s plan of correction (accepted, Sep 18, 2026): “Child #3's file has been updated as of 2/24/26 to include a current health assessment and as of 8/18/2026 this file also includes a physical exam health assessment. Child #2's file that exceeded the 12 month period was updated as of 5/18/2026”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Needs Verification
Citation Jul 24, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Arrival/departure times 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(4)
The file for child #1 had an agreement that lacked the child's arrival and departure times.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 18, 2026): “The file for child #1 has been updated to reflect the child's arrival and departure times in accordance with Pa code 3270.123”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Needs Verification
Citation Jul 24, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Designated release persons 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(5)
The file for child #1 had an agreement that lacked the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 18, 2026): “The file for child #1 has been updated to reflect designated persons who are authorized for the child to be released to by the parent”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Needs Verification
Citation Jul 24, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Admission date 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(6)
The file for child #1 had an agreement that lacked the child's admission date.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 18, 2026): “The file for child #1 has been updated to reflect an admission date.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Needs Verification
Citation Jul 24, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos 55 Pa. Code §3270.181(c)
The file for child #2 lacked a current emergency contact form and agreement updated by the parent within the last 6 months.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 18, 2026): “Child #2's emergency contact and agreement form was signed by the parent, however, the parent forgot to date the six month review sheet. The parent has since dated the renewal form.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Needs Verification
Citation Jul 24, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
The file for staff person #1 lacked two written, nonfamily references.
Center’s plan of correction (accepted, Sep 18, 2026): “Staff person #1's file has been updated to include the two written references that were missed placed.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Needs Verification
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Core safety Sep 12, 2025 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
The file for staff person #3 had a disclosure statement that lacked the signature of a witness. The file for staff person #1 had child abuse clearances that exceeded 60 months between clearances.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 16, 2025): “Staff member #3 resigned the disclosure statement along with the witness signature on 9/15/25. Staff member #1 applied for a new child abuse clearance and received it on 9/5/2025.”
Citation Sep 12, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less 55 Pa. Code §3270.65
In the lobby, there was an electrical outlet to the left of the stairs under the bulletin board that lacked 2 outlet covers and was accessible to children 5 years of age and younger.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 16, 2025): “The old outlet safety plugs were removed and new outlet plugs were installed on 9/12/2025”
Citation Sep 12, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Locked or inaccessible 55 Pa. Code §3270.66(a)
In the toddler room, there was a Febreze Air Freshener that was plugged into the electrical outlet next to the door and contained air freshener liquid that was accessible to children. In an unlocked drawer in a desk in the front office area, there were multiple adult medications including Ibuprofen and Acetaminophen that were labeled "Keep out of reach of children" and were accessible to children.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 20, 2025): “The Febreze Air Freshener was removed on 9/12/2025 and outlet safety plugs were put in the outlets. All medicine was removed from the desk drawer on 9/12/2025”
Citation Sep 12, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76
On the outdoor play space in the back left corner, there were a couple areas along the fence that had sharp nails and edges that were accessible to children. In the young preschool room, there was a rug on the floor that was not secured to the floor and was a tripping hazard.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 16, 2025): “Maintenance was contacted on 9/15/2025 regarding the issue of debris left behind from the removal of the shed in the back playground area. Their workers removed all fragments of sharp nails, pointed wood, and hard plastic off of the fence and ground area. The rug in the young Preschool classroom…”
Citation Sep 12, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
No peeling paint or plaster 55 Pa. Code §3270.77(a)
On the outdoor play space, the embedded equipment had poles with green paint that were peeling in multiple areas.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 16, 2025): “The chipped paint was scraped and covered with all weather taping.”
Citation Sep 12, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Stairs, exits, etc. unobstructed 55 Pa. Code §3270.91(a)
The hallway near the toddler room had the exit doors to the outdoor play space that were zip tied and prevented the doors from opening. The left door leading to the outdoor play space towards the front of the building was obstructed by play equipment including bikes and a metal folding chair.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 16, 2025): “Maintenance was informed of the issue on 9/12/2025. They came to inspect the issue and ordered the parts needed to correct the problem. On 9/24/25, they installed a safety latch which has resolved the issue. On 9/15/2025, all bikes, scooters, and toys were removed from both sides of the doorway…”
Citation Sep 12, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
Initial health report for school age; accordance with school attendance 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(a)(4)
The files for child #4 and #5 lacked an initial health assessment for a school-age child in accordance with the requirements for medical examinations for school attendance in 28 Pa. Code § 23.2 (relating to medical examinations).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 20, 2025): “Child # 4 and Child #5's folders have been updated with a copy of their school age health assessment forms being placed in their files.”
Citation Sep 12, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
Infant: updated health report every 6 months/Initial and subsequent health reports 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(b)(1)/3270.182(1)
The file for child #1, a young toddler, lacked a current health assessment updated within the last 6 months.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 16, 2025): “Child #1's parent was notified that he could not return without updated health assessment form. Updated forms were submitted and child has an appointment on 10/13/25 to receive his 2 year old vaccines.”
Citation Sep 12, 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 #3, a preschooler, lacked a current health assessment updated within the last 12 months. The file for child #2, a preschooler, had health assessments that exceeded 12 months between assessments.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 16, 2025): “Both Child #2 and Child #3's parents have been informed that they must submit updated documentation in order for the child to return.”
Citation Sep 12, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
Exemption documentation from parent/guardian/Dismissal policy 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(e)(1)/3270.131(e)(3)
The file for child #1, a 2 year old enrolled more than 60 days at the facility, lacked documentation of the 4th DTAP, 3rd HIB, 4th Pneumococcal, and 2nd Hepatitis A vaccinations being administered in accordance with the schedule recommended by the ACIP and lacked exemption documentation.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 16, 2025): “Child #1 parent was notified that he could not return without an updated health assessment form. Updated forms were submitted and the child has an appointment on 10/13/25 to receive his 2 year old vaccines.”
Citation Sep 12, 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)
According to the log, the operator did not manually test the interconnected fire detection system in the facility at least once every 30 days between 7-18-25 to 8-18-25.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 16, 2025): “During our staff meeting, everyone was made aware that you have to account for the extra day in months that have 31 days. This covers everyone in the event a staff member is absent the day testing needs to occur.”
Citation Sep 12, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Fire safety - 1 yr./Exp, educ., training at facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(ii)/3270.192(2)(iii)
The files for staff person #1 and #2 had fire safety trainings that exceeded a year between trainings.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 16, 2025): “Staff member #1 and staff member #2 have both corrected the Fire and Safety issue by completing the training. #1 completed the training on 2/25/25 and #2 completed the training on 2/28/25”
Citation Sep 12, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Services proceeded 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(3)
The files for child #1 and #3 lacked a current child service report updated within the last 6 months. The file for child #2 had child service reports that exceeded 6 months between reports.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 20, 2025): “Child #1 and Child #3 files have been updated and both folders now have current child service reports. Child #2 now has a current child service report in their folder.”
Citation Sep 12, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Admission date 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(6)
The file for child #5 had an agreement that lacked the child's admission date.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 16, 2025): “Child #5's start date on the agreement form has been corrected and placed in the appropriate locations on the form.”
Citation Sep 12, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Insurance coverage information 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(6)
The file for child #1 had an emergency contact form that lacked the health insurance policy number.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 20, 2025): “Child #1's emergency contact form has been updated and corrected to list the policy number.”
Citation Sep 12, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos 55 Pa. Code §3270.181(c)
The files for child #2, #3, and #4 lacked a current emergency contact form and agreement updated by the parent within the last 6 months.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 23, 2025): “On September 22, 2025, the new director had the parents of child #2, #3, and #4 review the emergency contact form and agreement to make sure there weren't any changes that needed updated and then sign the new forms.”
Citation Sep 12, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Locked cabinet 55 Pa. Code §3270.183(a)
The child records were observed to be stored in an unlocked filing cabinet in the office.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 16, 2025): “A new file cabinet was purchased and all staff and children files have been moved to the new locked and secure file cabinet.”
Citation Sep 12, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Confidential; stored in locked cabinet 55 Pa. Code §3270.193(a)
The facility persons' records were observed to be stored in an unlocked filing cabinet in the office.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 16, 2025): “A new file cabinet was purchased and all staff and children files have been moved to the new locked and secure file cabinet.”
Citation Jul 9, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Post the inspection summary 55 Pa. Code §3270.25(b)
The sanction letter and corresponding inspection summaries were not posted in a conspicuous location used by parents.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 28, 2025): “As of July 10, 2025, the noncompliance summary letter and inspection summaries have been posted on the parent information board.”
Citation Jul 9, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations 55 Pa. Code §3270.25(a)
The current certificate of compliance was not posted in a conspicuous location used by parents.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 22, 2025): “As of July 10, 2025. The certificate of compliance has been posted on the parent information board in the front lobby of the child care site”
Citation May 27, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Employed and present 30 hrs/wk 55 Pa. Code §3270.34(c)
According to the operator, a director has not been employed at the facility since the end of February 2025. As of 5-27-25, the facility has not employed a staff person that qualifies to be the director.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 22, 2025): “The operator has hired a new director and is planning to have all required documents for the director by 6-9-25 to start at the facility.”
Core safety Feb 28, 2025 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
The file for staff person #1 had an NSOR verification certificate dated 11-16-19 and lacked a current NSOR verification certificate dated within the last 60 months. The file for staff person #2 had an NSOR verification certificate dated 2-7-20 and lacked a current NSOR verification certificate dated within the last 60 months. The file for staff person #5 had an NSOR verification certificate dated 7-23-24 that was after their start date at the facility. (See LIS CODE SHEET)
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 28, 2025): “NSOR verification certificate was applied for and stored in file once received for all staff. Staff person #1 and #2 did not work in a child care position until the NSOR verification certificate was received.”
Citation Feb 28, 2025 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Training regarding plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(c)
The file for staff person #5 had emergency plan training that was dated after initial employment at the facility. (See LIS CODE SHEET)
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 28, 2025): “staff person has taken their emergency plan training”
Citation Feb 28, 2025 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Letter to parents 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(e)
The operator's letter provided to the parent of each enrolled child explaining the emergency procedures lacked the accommodations for infants and toddlers.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 2, 2025): “child's letter to parents was updated and resent out to parents”
Citation Feb 28, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Has all items 55 Pa. Code §3270.75(c)
In the 4-5 year old room, the first-aid kit lacked sterile gauze pads.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 28, 2025): “Gauze was applied to the bag immediately”
Citation Feb 28, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76
In the lobby, there were multiple loose and broken floor tiles that had pieces that were coming apart from the floor.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 13, 2025): “spoke with landlord on this matter. Landlord said the floor will be done by replacing the tiles in a couple of weeks in the meantime we will apply rugs /mats over loose tiles to prevent fall.”
Citation Feb 28, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
2 feet apart 55 Pa. Code §3270.106(f)
In the 4-5 year old room during naptime, there were 3 children on cots that lacked 2 feet of space on three sides. In the 3-4 year old room during naptime, there were 2 children on cots that lacked 2 feet of space on three sides.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 28, 2025): “Made sure that all cots have 2 feet space on 3 sides”
Citation Feb 28, 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, a preschooler, had a health assessment that exceeded 12 months between assessments.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 28, 2025): “new physical was added to file”
Citation Feb 28, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Mantoux TB 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(a)/3270.151(c)(2)
The file for staff person #5 had a health assessment and tuberculosis screening by the Mantoux method that were dated after providing initial service in a child care setting at the facility. The files for staff person #1 and #3 had health assessments that exceeded 24 months between assessments.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 28, 2025): “updated health assessment was added to files, and we will move forward off of those current dates for all staff health assessments and tb screening will be in file prior to staff first initial start date”
Citation Feb 28, 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)
According to the log, the operator did not manually test the interconnected fire detection system in the facility at least once every 30 days on multiple occasions within the last year.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 28, 2025): “fire drill log is up to date and will follow the correct schedule moving forward”
Citation Feb 28, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Fire safety - 1 yr. 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(ii)
The files for staff person #1 and #4 had fire safety training that exceeded a year between trainings.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 28, 2025): “fire safety training was completed as soon as we noticed it was missing from file”
Citation Feb 28, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Comply with CPSL 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)
Staff person #3 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 8-23-18. Staff person #1 had mandated reporter trainings dated 9-4-19 and 10-16-24 that were over 60 months between trainings.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 28, 2025): “mandated reporter training was done immediately”
Citation Feb 28, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Amount of fee 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(1)
The file for child #2 had an agreement that lacked the fee amount.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 28, 2025): “the facility corrected the fee amount area for the agreement”
Citation Feb 28, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Services proceeded 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(3)
The file for child #2 lacked a current child service report updated within the last 6 months.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 2, 2025): “child service report was performed and placed in childs file”
Citation Feb 28, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Name/address/phone release person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(7)
The file for child #2 had an emergency contact form that lacked the address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 28, 2025): “parents included addresses of whom children can be released to”
Citation Feb 28, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos 55 Pa. Code §3270.181(c)
The file for child #3 lacked a current emergency contact form and agreement updated by the parent within the last 6 months.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 28, 2025): “6 moth review was done and added to child's file immediately”
Citation Feb 28, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
The file for staff person #5 had one written, nonfamily reference and lacked a second written, nonfamily reference.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 28, 2025): “second reference was placed in staff's file”
Core safety Feb 12, 2024 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
The current criminal history clearance on file for Staff person #3 did not include a dissemination date, making it invalid.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 8, 2024): “Criminal History report has been obtained and placed in staff file with the needed information.”
Citation Feb 12, 2024 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Training regarding plan/Exp, educ., training at facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(c)/3270.192(2)(iii)
The file for Staff person #3 included documentation of emergency plan training dated 10/25/21and 3/28/23, more than 1 year apart.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 8, 2024): “Emergency Plan training has been taken and placed in the staff files.”
Citation Feb 12, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less 55 Pa. Code §3270.65
There was a power strip accessible to children under the age of 5 years, in the School-Age/Older Toddler Room, that was lacking outlet covers. In the same room, there was an outlet by the bookshelf by the windows, accessible to children under 5 years of age.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 8, 2024): “Protective receptacles have been placed on outlets.”
Citation Feb 12, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Arts and crafts non-toxic 55 Pa. Code §3270.66(e)
There were paint bottles in the preschool room labeled "not for use by children" reportedly used by the children for craft projrcts.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 8, 2024): “Paint has been removed.”
Citation Feb 12, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Contaminated trash in closed plastic-lined receptacle 55 Pa. Code §3270.67(d)
There were 2 trashcans in the School-age/Older Toddler room that contained food waste and were not lined with a plastic bag.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 17, 2024): “Trash cans have been cleaned and trash liners have been placed.”
Citation Feb 12, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76
The table in the School-age room had dried food remains, appearing to be bread and jelly, on the table that had not been cleaned after last being used. There was a foam puzzle playmat in the School-age/Older Toddler room that was peeling and had pieces that had broken off, leaving holes in the mat. There were several fence bolts on the fence facing into the playground that protruded from the fence and did not have covers on the bolts. There was a 4x4 and a 2x4 piece of wood, several feet long, on the ground in the playground and accessible to children, that were both splintered, with multiple wood shards exposed. There were several pieces of garbage on the playground that was not placed in a waste receptacle and was accessible to children.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 17, 2024): “Tables have been cleaned, playmat has been removed, bolts have been covered, 4x4 and 2x4 have been removed and trashed cleaned up.”
Citation Feb 12, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
No peeling paint or plaster 55 Pa. Code §3270.77(a)
There was peeling paint by the sink and above the baseboard in the School-age room. There was peeling paint above the baseboard in the dress-up area in the preschool room.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 17, 2024): “Peeled paint has been repaired.”
Citation Feb 12, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Lidded waste receptacles 55 Pa. Code §3270.82(i)
The bathroom beside the School-age room did not include a lidded waste receptacle.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 17, 2024): “A lidded waste receptacle has been placed in the bathroom.”
Citation Feb 12, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Clean and good repair 55 Pa. Code §3270.102(a)
There was a dollhouse in the school-age room that had a crack in the roof and had a loose pole on the house, making the part of the house unstable. There was a sensory tube in the preschool room that was cracked the length of the tube.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 8, 2024): “Doll house has been discarded as well as the sensory tube.”
Citation Feb 12, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Small Toys and Objects 55 Pa. Code §3270.103
There were vinyl-covered foam climbing bolsters in the infant room that had tears in the vinyl, exposing foam that could become a choking hazard.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 8, 2024): “Vinyl- covered foam climbing bolsters have been removed.”
Citation Feb 12, 2024 Inspection Health & medication
Clean, age appropriate 55 Pa. Code §3270.106(a)
The numbered rest equipment in the infant room did not have a corresponding chart identifying which crib or cot is for which child.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 8, 2024): “Numbered rest equipment chart has been updated and displayed for review.”
Citation Feb 12, 2024 Inspection Health & medication
Infant: updated health report every 6 months/Initial and subsequent health reports 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(b)(1)/3270.182(1)
The two most recent health assessments on file for Child #3, who was a young toddler, are dated 11/22/22 and 9/22/23, more than 6 months apart.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 8, 2024): “Current health assessment has been obtained.”
Citation Feb 12, 2024 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 two most recent health assessments on file for Child #2, who is a preschool age child, are dated 10/11/21 and 6/23/23, more than 12 months apart.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 8, 2024): “A current health assessment has been obtained for said child.”
Citation Feb 12, 2024 Inspection Health & medication
Immunization record/Dismissal policy 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(3)
The immunization record on file for Child #3, who is 2 years old, includes 3 of 4 Pneumococcal vaccines recommended by the ACIP for a child this age. The immunization record on file for Child #6, with an enrollment date of 11/15/23, more than 60 days ago, does not include an immunization record and the personal exemption that is on file is not in the required format.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 16, 2024): “Children where dismissed from care until all proper paperwork was received.”
Citation Feb 12, 2024 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 2 most recent health assessments on file for Staff person #2 are dated 1/6/21 and 4/30/23, more than 24 months apart.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 8, 2024): “Health assessment has been completed and placed in file.”
Citation Feb 12, 2024 Inspection Food & feeding
Bottles labeled 55 Pa. Code §3270.166(4)
There was an infant feeding bottle in the refrigerator in the infant room that was not labeled with the name of the child for who the bottle was intended.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 8, 2024): “Infant feeding bottle has been labeled during the inspection.”
Citation Feb 12, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
The file for Staff Person #1, #3, #4 did not contain the Pa. Health and Safety update 2022 which was required to be completed by 12.30.22, as per Announcement C-22-06, and which was previously viewed by the Certification Representative.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 14, 2024): “Health and Safety training has been completed and placed in staff files.”
Citation Feb 12, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Fire safety - 1 yr./Exp, educ., training at facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(ii)/3270.192(2)(iii)
The two most recent Fire Safety training certificates on file for Staff person #2 and #3 are dated 11/9/21 and 11/17/23, more than 1 year apart.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 8, 2024): “Fire Safety training has been taken and placed in staff files.”
Citation Feb 12, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Staff evaluations 55 Pa. Code §3270.34(a)(6)
The two most recent staff evaluations on file for Staff person #2 are dated 10/3/22 and 2/1/24, more than 12 months apart.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 8, 2024): “All staff evaluations have been completed and placed in staff files.”
Citation Feb 12, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Amount of fee 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(1)
The agreement on file for Child #1, #5 does not include the amount of the fee to be paid by the parent/guardian.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 8, 2024): “Agreement has been updated.”
Citation Feb 12, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Admission date/Application, admission, withdrawal dates 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(6)/3270.182(2)
The agreement on file for Child #5, and #6 does not include the child's date of admission
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 14, 2024): “Agreement has been updated and placed in child's file.”
Citation Feb 12, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Parent home/work address, phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(3)
The emergency contact form on file for Child #3, #4, and #6 does not include the work address and/or telephone number for the enrolling parent.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 14, 2024): “Emergency contact has been updated and placed in child's file.”
Citation Feb 12, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Name/address/phone release person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(7)
The emergency contact form on file for Child #3 does not include a complete address for all listed release persons. The financial agreement on file for Child #3 included release persons names that were not included on the Emergency contact form.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 17, 2024): “Emergency contact has been updated and placed in child's file.”
Citation Feb 12, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(f)/3270.181(c)
The most recent 6-month review signature for the emergency contact form and financial agreement on file for Child #1 and #4 is dated 3/28/23, more than 6 months ago.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 14, 2024): “Emergency contact forms and agreement have been updated.”
Citation Feb 12, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training/Exp, educ., training at facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)/3270.192(2)(iii)
The file for Staff person #3 does not include 12 required annual training hours completed between 12/19/22-12/31/23.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 17, 2024): “Training has been obtained and placed in file.”
Core safety May 4, 2023 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
The file for Staff person #3 included a criminal history clearance dated 4/17/18; a child abuse clearance dated 4/25/18, and an FBI clearance dated 5/1/18, all dated more than 60 months ago. Staff person was suspended on 4/18/23.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 10, 2023): “Staff #3 has been placed on suspension until file is up to date.”
Citation May 4, 2023 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Training regarding plan/Exp, educ., training at facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(c)/3270.192(2)(iii)
The two most recent emergency plan trainings on file for Staff person #5 are dated 10/25/21 and 3/28/23, more than 1 year apart.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 10, 2023): “Emergency plan was given upon the arrival of the new director.”
Citation May 4, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
No peeling paint or plaster 55 Pa. Code §3270.77(a)
Peeling paint was present on the wall around the soap dispenser in the bathroom beside the school-age room.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 25, 2023): “Peeling paint has been repaired.”
Citation May 4, 2023 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 most recent health assessment on file for Child #3, who is 5 years old, is dated 4/9/21, more than 12 months ago. The two most recent health assessments on file for Child # 4, who is 4 years old, are dated 12/18/18 and 10/22/22, more than 12 months apart.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 25, 2023): “Child #3 has been suspended until a health assessment has been submitted. All Health assessments required will be obtained before childcare will be provided.”
Citation May 4, 2023 Inspection Health & medication
Immunization record/Dismissal policy 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(3)
The immunization record on file for Child #1, who is 16 months old, included 3 of 4 PCV vaccines recommended by the ACIP for a child this age and 0 Influenza vaccines recommended annually by the ACIP for a child this age. The immunization record on file for Child #3, who is 5 years old, included 3 of 4 DTAP vaccines recommended by the ACIP for a child this age; 3 of 4 PCV vaccines recommended by the ACIP for a child this age; 1 of 2 Hepatitis A vaccines recommended by the ACIP for a child this age; and 0 Influenza vaccines recommended annually by the ACIP for a child this age. The immunization record on file for Child #4, who is 4 years old, included 3 of 4 DTAP vaccines recommended by the ACIP for a child this age; 3 of 4 PCV vaccines recommended by the ACIP for a child this age; and 0 Influenza vaccines recommended annually by the ACIP for a child this age.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 25, 2023): “a personal exemption was submitted for Child #4. Child #1 and #3 are suspended from care until an updated immunization or an exemption is submitted.”
Citation May 4, 2023 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 most recent health assessment on file for Staff person #1 is dated 4/4/21, more than 1 year ago.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 10, 2023): “Staff assessments have been received and in compliance.”
Citation May 4, 2023 Inspection Health & medication
Health information/Initial and subsequent health reports 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(a)/3270.182(1)
The file for Child #1, with an enrollment date of 4/25/22, more than 60 days ago, does not include a health assessment.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 25, 2023): “Child #1 has been suspended from care until a health assessment is submitted.”
Citation May 4, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
The Health and Safety professional development training update on file for Staff person #1 is dated 3/8/23, after the deadline of 12/30/22, as per Announcement C-22-06. The Health and Safety professional development training update on file for Staff person #2 is dated 3/1/23, after the deadline of 12/30/22, as per Announcement C-22-06. The Health and Safety professional development training update on file for Staff person #4 is dated 1/17/23, after the deadline of 12/30/22, as per Announcement C-22-06. The file for Staff person #5 does not include verification of completing the Health and Safety professional development training update, due by 12/30/22, as per Announcement C-22-06. The Health and Safety professional development training update on file for Staff person #6 is dated 1/14/23, after the deadline of 12/30/22, as per Announcement C-22-06.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 23, 2023): “Training has been taken and is in compliance.”
Citation May 4, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training/Exp, educ., training at facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(1)(iii)/3270.192(2)(iii)
The file for Staff person #6 includes 2 of the 12 required annual training hours which were to be completed between 12/19/21-12/19/22, and 9 additional hours completed in January 2023,
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 24, 2023): “All training has been taken printed and placed in file.”
Citation May 4, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
Fire safety - 1 yr./Exp, educ., training at facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(ii)/3270.192(2)(iii)
The most recent fire safety training on file for Staff person #1 is dated 11/9/21, more than 1 year ago. The most recent fire safety training on file for Staff person #5 is dated 11/9/21, more than 1 year ago.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 23, 2023): “Training has been taken...”
Citation May 4, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Services proceeded 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(3)
The two most recent child service reports on file for Child #1 are dated 9/9/22 and 4/10/23, more than 6 months apart. The current child service report on file for Child #4 is dated 3/28/23, but was due to be completed by 10/31/22, as per Announcement C-21-09, which was updated 9/30/22.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 10, 2023): “Child service reports were done upon the arrival of the new director, to regulate rotation of files.”
Citation May 4, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Parent home/work address, phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(3)
The emergency contact form on file for Child #2 does not include the address and/or telephone number for the enrolling parent's employment.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 23, 2023): “Emergency contact information has been filled and a and attached accordingly.”
Citation May 4, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Name/address/phone release person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(7)
The emergency contact form on file for Child #4 does not include a complete address for all listed release persons.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 10, 2023): “Emergency contact information has been completed.”
Citation Jan 17, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
Employed and present 30 hrs/wk 55 Pa. Code §3270.34(c)
At an unannounced monitoring inspection on 1/17/23, it was reported that the previous facility director, was no longer working at the facility, as of 12/20/22. The facility does not currently have a qualified director on staff.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 14, 2023): “We will hire a director to be present at the facility a minimum of 30 hours per week, by 3/17/23.”
Core safety Oct 21, 2022 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
The file for Staff person #2 includes criminal history clearances dated 8/4/15 and 8/12/20 and child abuse clearances dated 8/7/15 and 8/14/20, both more than 60 months apart. The file for Staff person #3 includes criminal history clearances dated 8/4/15 and 8/12/20 and child abuse clearances dated 8/10/15 and 8/17/20, both more than 60 months apart. The file for staff person #4 includes an NSOR certificate dated 8/13/20, after the deadline of 7/1/20 for employees hired prior to 9/30/19 (See IS CODE SHEET). The NSOR on file is dated 8/13/20.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 21, 2022): “all updated clearances are currently in file”
Citation Oct 21, 2022 Inspection Building & playground safety
Has all items 55 Pa. Code §3270.75(c)
The first aid kit in the Infant room did not contain gauze.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 21, 2022): “gauze was immediately placed in the first aid kit”
Citation Oct 21, 2022 Inspection Building & playground safety
No peeling paint or plaster 55 Pa. Code §3270.77(a)
There was cracked/peeling paint next to the bookshelf in the school age room.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 17, 2023): “scrape the paint in the after-school room smooth to avoid chipped paint”
Citation Oct 21, 2022 Inspection Building & playground safety
Running water - diapering 55 Pa. Code §3270.82(j)
There was no running water in the diaper changing area in the Infant room for staff to wash their hands or children's hands following a diaper change.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 17, 2023): “a water system was placed in the infant room with hand soap and paper towels”
Citation Oct 21, 2022 Inspection Food & feeding
Refrigerator 55 Pa. Code §3270.107
During the renewal inspection, the refrigerator in the infant room, used to store infant formula/milk, did not have a working thermometer.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 21, 2022): “we immediately installed a working thermometer in the fridge”
Citation Oct 21, 2022 Inspection Health & medication
Infant: updated health report every 6 months 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(b)(1)
The 2 most recent health assessments on file for Child #1, who is a young toddler, are dated 6/16/21 and 10/11/22, more than 6 months apart.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 21, 2022): “we received the most updated health report”
Citation Oct 21, 2022 Inspection Health & medication
Immunization record/Exemption documentation from parent/guardian 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(1)
The immunization record on file for Child #1, who is 21 months old, included 3 of 4 pneumococcal vaccines recommended by the ACIP for a child this age and 2 of 4 HIB vaccines recommended by the ACIP for a child this age.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 17, 2023): “The child has not attended since 12/8/22. The parent has been notified that the child cannot return to the facility until an updated immunization record is submitted.”
Citation Oct 21, 2022 Inspection Health & medication
Child's hands washed 55 Pa. Code §3270.134(a)
Staff person #5 was observed changing multiple diapers in the infant room without washing he child's hands after the diaper changes.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 17, 2023): “staff person #5 has been instructed to wash childs hands after every diaper change”
Citation Oct 21, 2022 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 2 most recent health assessments on file for Staff person #1 were dated 8/24/20 and 9/29/22, more than 24 months apart. The 2 most recent health assessments on file for Staff person #2 were dated 9/25/18 and 1/4/21, more than 24 months apart. The 2 most recent health assessments on file for Staff person #3 were dated 12/28/18 and 1/6/21, more than 24 months apart. The 2 most recent health assessments on file for Staff person #4 were dated 6/19/18 and 11/3/22, more than 24 months apart. The 2 most recent health assessments on file for Staff person #5 were dated 5/22/20 and 10/18/22, more than 24 months apart.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 21, 2022): “updated health assessment in in staff's file”
Citation Oct 21, 2022 Inspection Health & medication
Adult Hygiene 55 Pa. Code §3270.152
Staff person #5 was observed changing multiple diapers in the infant room without washing her hands after each diaper change.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 17, 2023): “staff person was instructed to wash hands after each diaper change water system was installed”
Citation Oct 21, 2022 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(6)
The facility did not have verification of having completed an emergency drill by 12/19/21, which was required with the 12/19/20 Chapter 3270 regulation updates.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 21, 2022): “all emergency drill are updated and will be done on time in the future”
Citation Oct 21, 2022 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 does not have a fire alarm 30-day test log, as required with the 12/19/20 Chapter 3270 regulation updates.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 17, 2023): “fire drill log was implemented after our last state inspection and has been updated monthly with the current fire drill”
Citation Oct 21, 2022 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(f)
The facility does not have documentation verifying that the most recent emergency plan was submitted to the local municipality and to the county emergency management agency.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 17, 2023): “owner was told by secretary of emergency management agency "do not submit to agency take to local municipality instead' after inspection the emergency packet was submitted to emergency management plan anyways”
Citation Oct 21, 2022 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training/Exp, educ., training at facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(i)/3270.192(2)(iii)
The file for Staff person #3 includes current Pediatric First Aid /CPR dated 11/9/21, after the previous training, dated 10/8/19 expired.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 21, 2022): “we have current first aid / pediatric cpr training for staff #3 on file”
Citation Oct 21, 2022 Inspection Training & qualifications
Comply with CPSL/Exp, educ., training at facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(2)(iii)
The 2 most recent mandated reporter training certificates on file for Staff person #3 are dated 1/30/17 and 10/3/22, more than 60 months apart.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 21, 2022): “updated mandated reporter training is currently in file”
Citation Oct 21, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Name/address/phone release person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(7)
The emergency contact form on file for Child #1 does not include a complete address for all listed release persons.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 17, 2023): “the emergency contact address will be added to to the form”
Core safety Oct 15, 2021 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
The two most recent PA State Police and Child Abuse clearances for Staff #2 were dated more than 60 months apart. Staff person #5, with a documented start date with children of 3-15-21, had an NSOR dated 3-16-21. The disclosure statements in the files for Staff #1 hired in 2020, were on outdated forms not used since prior to 2015. The disclosure statements in the files for Staff #4 hired in 2021, were on outdated forms not used since prior to 2015. The disclosure statement for Staff person #5 lacked the date it was signed and witnessed
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 1, 2021): “New clearances are in the file.”
Core safety Oct 15, 2021 Inspection Background checks
Each staff person meets quals/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.33(a)/3270.192(4)
The file for Staff #1 did not include hours/years of experience in childcare.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 1, 2021): “Childcare hours was verified through previous employment.”
Core safety Oct 15, 2021 Inspection Supervision
Aides supervised all times 55 Pa. Code §3270.37(c)
Staff person #3, qualified to be an aide, was observed in the hallway of the facility leading to the outdoor play area supervising a group of children. Staff person #4, who was functioning as an AGS, was taking play equipment from the hallway to the outdoor play space and was not physically present with Staff person #3. Also, Staff person #4 could not see Staff person #3 while taking the play equipment outside. In addition, Staff #3 was observed on several other instances supervising children alone in the infant room and in the hallway while the children were using the restroom.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 1, 2021): “Reviewed the regulation with both staff agreed that staff should have switched place in that incident also will have staff supervision training.”
Core safety Oct 15, 2021 Inspection Staff ratios
Similar Age Level 55 Pa. Code §3270.51
At approximately 3:50pm, it was observed that more than one the school age child who just entered the facility were in the facility's hallway outside of the office by themselves. Staff person #2, who was responsible for those school age children was standing in the door way of the facility allowing more school age children to enter the building and was not physically present with the school age children who were in the hallway at the other end of the building. At approximately 4:10pm, it was observed that Staff person #1 left the infant room carrying one child and left 3 children alone in the infant room. Staff person #4 was observed to leave the preschool room and enter the hallway three times and thereby left 3 children alone in the preschool room.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 21, 2021): “Had a meeting with staff and came up with a plan to implement after schoolers and dismissal of other children in care.”
Core safety Oct 15, 2021 Inspection Supervision
Supervised at all times 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(a)
At approximately 3:50pm, it was observed that more than one school age child who just entered the facility were in the facility's hallway outside of the office by themselves. Staff person #2, who was responsible for those school age children was standing in the door way of the facility allowing more school age children to enter the building and was not physically present with the school age children who were in the hallway at the other end of the building. At approximately 4:10pm, it was observed that Staff person #1 left the infant room carrying one child and left 3 children alone in the infant room. Staff person #4 was observed to leave the preschool room and enter the hallway three times and thereby left 3 children alone in the preschool room.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 21, 2021): “Had a meeting with staff and came up with a plan to implement after-schoolers and dismissal of other children in care.”
Core safety Oct 15, 2021 Inspection Supervision
Staff assigned to specific children 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(a)(1)
Staff person #2, who was responsible for those school age children was standing in the door way of the facility allowing more school age children to enter the building and was not physically present with the school age children who were in the hallway at the other end of the building. At approximately 4:10pm, it was observed that Staff person #1 left the infant room carrying one child and left 3 children alone in the infant room. Staff person #4 was observed to leave the preschool room and enter the hallway three times and thereby left 3 children alone in the preschool room.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 21, 2021): “Had a meeting with staff and came up with a plan to implement after-schoolers and dismissal of other children in care.”
Citation Oct 15, 2021 Inspection Building & playground safety
General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.21
A hand, crank pencil sharpener, in the pre-school room, without a pencil shavings cover, exposing the sharpening disks was accessible to children and poses a cutting or finger crushing hazard. In the preschool room, thumb tacks were observed on the floor and on the teacher's desk which pose a cutting or puncture hazard. A pair of adult scissors and a hoop earring with a sharp back (point) were observed in the Preschool teacher's desk which pose a puncture and cutting risk as they were accessible to children.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 1, 2021): “Pencil sharpener, thumb tacks and adult scissors, earrings was removed from desk.”
Citation Oct 15, 2021 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Training regarding plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(c)
The file for staff #3, #4 and #5 lacked Emergency Plan Training at the time of initial employment.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 1, 2021): “Emergency training was given 10/25/2021 to all staff.”
Citation Oct 15, 2021 Inspection Building & playground safety
Locked or inaccessible 55 Pa. Code §3270.66(a)
In the boy's restroom, the janitor's closet had toxic materials which were not locked and accessible to children. In the Young Toddler's, a bottle of hand sanitizer and hand lotion, labeled "Keep out of the reach of children" was located on a staff member's desk which was accessible. In the Preschool teacher's upper-right desk drawer was a bottle of perfume, medicated lotion and nail glue which was not locked and accessible to children.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 1, 2021): “Gate was placed in boy's restroom to keep children out. All personal items were removed from the teacher's desk.”
Citation Oct 15, 2021 Inspection Building & playground safety
Contaminated trash in closed plastic-lined receptacle 55 Pa. Code §3270.67(d)
A trash receptacle in the Preschool Room containing human secretions was not contained in a closed, plastic-lined receptacle.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 1, 2021): “Trash can was removed and replaced with a plastic hands free lidded can with a trash bag.”
Citation Oct 15, 2021 Inspection Building & playground safety
Good repair 55 Pa. Code §3270.72(c)
In the toddler room a ripped screen was observed while the window was open.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 1, 2021): “Maintenance man fixed all ripped screens.”
Citation Oct 15, 2021 Inspection Building & playground safety
Emergency Numbers Posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.74
A copy of Emergency Telephone Numbers were not posted by the telephone in the young toddler's room.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 1, 2021): “Emergency numbers were placed next to the phone.”
Citation Oct 15, 2021 Inspection Building & playground safety
Inaccessible to children 55 Pa. Code §3270.75(b)
The School-Aged Room's First aid kit was hanging on a low hook making the first aid kit accessible to children.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 1, 2021): “First aid was placed in back closet with a first aid sign on the door to let staff know where it's at.”
Citation Oct 15, 2021 Inspection Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76
The following unsafe conditions were observed in the outdoor play space: a brick, posing a tripping hazard, green, vinyl coated fence tie was unsecured, sticking out and posing an impalement, puncture or cutting hazard. In the young toddler room, a wall vent needed secured properly which poses a pinch point or cutting hazard. In the Preschool Room, an unsecured picture with a glass front was observed posing a cutting hazard. On the window sills in the School-Aged Room, many spider webs were observed. In the Preschool Room, a light fixture above where the children were having circle time, was unclipped and the corner was hanging posing a falling hazard.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 1, 2021): “Everything was removed, cleaned up or repaired.”
Citation Oct 15, 2021 Inspection Building & playground safety
No peeling paint or plaster 55 Pa. Code §3270.77(a)
In the infant room, next to the window, left of the mirror and towards the bottom of the floor, was peeling paint. In the Preschool Room, yellow peeling paint in the coat rack area was observed. In the young toddlers room, on the back wall peeling paint was observed.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 1, 2021): “All paint in all rooms was fixed and repainted.”
Citation Oct 15, 2021 Inspection Building & playground safety
Lidded waste receptacles 55 Pa. Code §3270.82(i)
In the boy's and girl's restroom, waste receptacle's were not equipped with lids.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 1, 2021): “All trash cans were replaced with lidded garbage cans.”
Citation Oct 15, 2021 Inspection Building & playground safety
Clean and good repair 55 Pa. Code §3270.102(a)
In the outdoor play space the following was observed: A broken plastic, basketball hoop base, multiple broken frisbees and hula hoops. In the Young Toddler room was a broken wooden handle on the play stove under the window. In the Young Toddler room, a yellow "Evenflo" event saucer had a ripped seat cover. A green toy bin on the wooden shelf, in the middle of the Preschool room was cracked posing a pinching or cutting hazard. The toy, play kitchen, top shelf's veneer was lifting which poses a cutting hazard to the children in the preschool room. In the School-Age Room, was an arcade basketball game with a broken, plastic tube posing a cutting hazard. In the School-Aged room a broken, wooden, play stove handle was observed. On both sides of the floor mirror in the back of the School-Aged Room, were two, protruding, two-inch screws, posing an impalement or cutting hazard. In the School-Aged Room's activity table, paper cups were observed to have a black substance which appeared to be mold.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 1, 2021): “All broken and cracked toys, child equipment were removed immediately.”
Citation Oct 15, 2021 Inspection Building & playground safety
Small Toys and Objects 55 Pa. Code §3270.103
It was observed that there was a multicolored paper pom-pom accessible to children in the young toddler room. The paper pom-pom, if torn, could produce pieces that are less than 1 inch in diameter and could pose a choking hazard to the children in the room who are still placing objects in their mouths.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 1, 2021): “Pom-Pom was immediately removed.”
Citation Oct 15, 2021 Inspection Building & playground safety
Clean, good repair, proper size 55 Pa. Code §3270.104(a)
In the Preschool Room, loose screws were observed on a child's wooden chair, at the art table, causing the chair to be unstable posing a fall hazard. In the Preschool Room, a blue, vinyl topped table was ripped with exposed wood and foam padding.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 1, 2021): “Screws were tightened, and the rip was repaired.”
Citation Oct 15, 2021 Inspection Health & medication
Clean, age appropriate 55 Pa. Code §3270.106(a)
In the Infant Room, rest equipment (cribs) lacked labels with the names of the specific children.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 29, 2021): “Infant cribs were labeled immediately.”
Citation Oct 15, 2021 Inspection Health & medication
Exemption documentation from parent/guardian 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(e)(1)
The immunization record of Child # 1 lacked a yearly Influenza shot with no Letter of Exemption in File.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 1, 2021): “Parents opted out of flu shot and will have parent's sign sheet and put in child file.”
Citation Oct 15, 2021 Inspection Food & feeding
Menus 55 Pa. Code §3270.165
The facility had no lunch menu posted in a conspicuous location and not posted at least one week in advance.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 1, 2021): “Lunch menu was posted.”
Citation Oct 15, 2021 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 on 7-13-21, 8-20-21 and 9-20-21. The tests conducted on those dates were more than 30 days apart.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 1, 2021): “Fire drills and alarm tests are done monthly.”
Citation Oct 15, 2021 Inspection Training & qualifications
Fire safety - 1 yr./Exp, educ., training at facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(ii)/3270.192(2)(iii)
Staff person #1 and Staff Person #2 lacked documentation of fire safety training during their respective anniversary years.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 1, 2021): “06/09/2021 Staff Person #1 and 11/09/2021 Staff Person #2 had fire safety training was given to 11/09/2021 to staff.”
Citation Oct 15, 2021 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)
Staff person #3, who has worked at the facility for more than 90 days, lacked training in the 10 required health and safety training topics.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 1, 2021): “Staff #3 took Health and Safety 07/04/2021.”
Citation Oct 15, 2021 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training/Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)/3270.31(f)(10)
Staff person #4 and Staff person #5, who have worked at the facility for more than 90 days, lacked training in pediatric first aid and pediatric CPR.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 1, 2021): “Staff # 4 and #5 took pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation on 11/09/2021.”
Citation Oct 15, 2021 Inspection Training & qualifications
Staff evaluations 55 Pa. Code §3270.34(a)(6)
Staff person #1 and Staff person #2 lacked an annual written evaluation that was conducted within the past 12 months.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 1, 2021): “Evaluations were given to all staff missing them.”
Citation Oct 15, 2021 Inspection Records & paperwork
Signed 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)
The Fee Agreement Form for Child File #4 lacked the Operator's Signature.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 11, 2021): “Operator signed the agreement form.”
Citation Oct 15, 2021 Inspection Records & paperwork
Amount of fee 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(1)
The Fee Agreement Form for Child File #4 lacked the Fee Amount.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 1, 2021): “Operator completed the fee amount.”
Citation Oct 15, 2021 Inspection Records & paperwork
Date fee to be paid 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(2)
The Fee Agreement Form for Child File #4 and #5 lacked the Date Fee to be Paid.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 1, 2021): “Operator completed the date fee to be paid.”
Citation Oct 15, 2021 Inspection Records & paperwork
Arrival/departure times 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(4)
The Fee Agreement Form for Child File #4 lacked the Arrival and Departure Time.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 1, 2021): “Operator completed the arrival and departure time.”
Citation Oct 15, 2021 Inspection Records & paperwork
Designated release persons 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(5)
The fee agreement for child #4 lacked the names of the persons designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 1, 2021): “Operator had parent complete names of whom child should be released.”
Citation Oct 15, 2021 Inspection Records & paperwork
Admission date 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(6)
The Fee Agreement Form for Child File #1, #4 and #5 lacked the Date of Admission.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 1, 2021): “The fee agreement form was completed with the date of admission.”
Citation Oct 15, 2021 Inspection Records & paperwork
Parent receives original 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(b)
The Fee Agreement Form for Child File #3 and #4 was the original agreement.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 1, 2021): “The original fee agreement form was given to the parent.”
Citation Oct 15, 2021 Inspection Records & paperwork
Physician name, address, phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(2)
The Emergency Contact Form for Child #5 lacked Name, Address and Phone Number of the Physician or Medical Care Provider.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 1, 2021): “Emergency form was completed with the child's name, address and phone number of physician.”
Citation Oct 15, 2021 Inspection Records & paperwork
Parent home/work address, phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(3)
The Emergency Contact Form for Child #1, #4 and #5 lacked a completed work and home address for the enrolling parent.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 1, 2021): “Parents completed work and home address for child #1, #4 and #5.”
Citation Oct 15, 2021 Inspection Records & paperwork
Name/address/phone release person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(7)
Child #1, #2, #3 and #4 had emergency contact forms that lacked the entire address of the release persons listed. The addresses were lacking the name of the city, state and zip code.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 1, 2021): “The emergency contact form for children #1, #2, #3 and #4 were completed.”
Citation Oct 15, 2021 Inspection Records & paperwork
Exp, educ., training prior to facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(2)(ii)
The file for Staff person #4, functioning as an assistant group supervisor, contained documentation of only 2240 hours of childcare experience.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 1, 2021): “Childcare hours was verified through previous employment.”
Citation Oct 15, 2021 Inspection Records & paperwork
Exp, educ., training at facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(2)(iii)
Staff person #1 lacked documentation of training in the required 10 health and safety training topics.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 1, 2021): “Staff #1 took Health and Safety Training 12/06/2020.”
Citation Oct 15, 2021 Inspection Training & qualifications
CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(4)
The file for staff #3 lacked documentation of completed Mandated Reporter Training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 1, 2021): “Staff #3 took training 07/08/2021.”

“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) $48.00 $38.00
Infant (6 Weeks-12 mos.) $48.00 $38.00
Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) $45.00 $35.00
Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) $40.00 $30.00
Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) $30.00 $20.00
Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) $20.00 $20.00
Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.) $20.00 $20.00

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

Capacity 107 children
Certificate status Regular
Certificate valid through Oct 23, 2026
Keystone STARS STAR 2
since Dec 14, 2025 · what STARS means
Operator Kelly Dorsey And Nina Hayes-Hamlin
Hours Monday–Friday 6:00 AM–6:00 PM How Pennsylvania centers’ hours compare
Phone (412) 875-5847
State certificate # CER-00257161
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Common questions

Has Kelly and Ninas Daycare had any serious violations?

Pennsylvania cited 12 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 Jul 24, 2026 (staff ratios): “At approximately 1:10 p.m. in the infant room with a total of 9 children, staff person #2 named 4 older toddlers in their group and staff person #3 named 4 older toddlers and an infant their group, resulting in staff…” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.

Have there been complaints about Kelly and Ninas Daycare?

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

What is Kelly and Ninas Daycare’s Keystone STARS rating?

STAR 2, effective Dec 14, 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 Kelly and Ninas Daycare compare with other daycares in McKees Rocks?

It is tied for #10 of 12 centers in McKees Rocks by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 98% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.

When was Kelly and Ninas Daycare last inspected?

Jul 24, 2026 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.

How much does Kelly and Ninas Daycare cost?

It reported full-time daily rates of $48.00 for newborn, $48.00 for infant, $45.00 for young toddler, $40.00 for older toddler in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.

Who runs Kelly and Ninas Daycare?

The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Kelly Dorsey And Nina Hayes-Hamlin.

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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