Kids & Us Day Care CTR
Kids & Us Day Care CTR is a certified child care center in Pittsburgh, PA, with capacity for 54 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 2 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 6 times and confirmed violations in 1 complaint investigation. The state cited 49 violations, 6 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for records & paperwork (12 of 49). 7 citations came in the last 12 months, including 2 on a core-safety topic. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is tied for #114 of 251 centers in Pittsburgh and has more citations per inspection than 79% of Pennsylvania certified centers.
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Based on staff statements, on 5/6/26 during snack time, Staff Person #1 was passing out cantaloupe to the children. After trying the cantaloupe, Child #1 said she did not like it. Then Staff Person #1 turned toward Child #1 and stated, "I'm going to punch you in your face." This statement was witnessed by two other staff who reported the incident to leadership.
Based on staff statements, on 5/6/26 during snack time, Staff Person #1 was passing out cantaloupe to the children. After trying the cantaloupe, Child #1 said she did not like it. Then Staff Person #1 turned toward Child #1 and stated, "I'm going to punch you in your face." This statement was witnessed by two other staff who reported the incident to leadership.
A plastic Pirates baseball helmet used by the children was observed to be broken with rough edges, and pinch points.
The facility emergency plan letter to parents does not address provisions for accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.
Emergency contact information for child #1 did not include the address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
Staff #2 did not have evidence in their file of 12 hours of annual training in the training year.
Staff #1and #3 have unevaluated foreign transcript in their file as evidence of education level and staff qualification level.
The file for Staff person #3 includes an incomplete criminal history clearance indicating that it is under review, (See LIS Code Sheet), making it invalid.
The CR observed 16 preschool children eating lunch in the Preschool room that has a measured capacity of 11; the daily schedule for the room did not indicate that the capacity is to be exceeded while children are eating.
The closet in the Preschool room that contains cleaning products labeled "Keep out of reach of children" was observed to be unlocked while children were in the room, making the toxics accessible to children in care.
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There was an Albuterol inhaler in the Older Toddler room that was not labeled for use by a specific child.
The children in the Young Toddler room were observed being served snack without having washed their hands first.
The 2 most recent health assessments on file for Staff person #2 were dated 6/2/21 and 11/7/23, more than 24 months apart. The most recent health assessment on file for Staff person #3 is dated 6/9/22, more than 24 months ago.
The most recent documentation of an emergency drill on file at the facility is dated 9.5.24, more than 1 year following the previous emergency drill, dated 6.13.23.
The two most recent annual fire detection system inspection reports are dated 8.9.23 and 9.5.24, more than 1 year apart and is required annually as the provider is unable to test the alarm every 30 days.
The two most recent staff evaluations on file for Staff person #3 are dated3/10/22 and 3/1/24, more than 1 year apart.
The agreement on file for Child #1 and #2 does not include the child's arrival and departure times.
The agreement on file for Child #1 and #2 does not include the persons to whom the child can be released.
The agreement on file for Child #1 does not include the child's date of admission.
The emergency contact form on file for Child #2 does not include the work address and telephone number for the enrolling parent.
The current emergency contact form on file for Child #2 does not indicate if the child has any special medical needs, which is needed in an emergency situation.
The emergency contact form on file for Child #1 does not include the child's health insurance coverage and policy number for the child's health care benefits.
The emergency contact form on file for Child #1 does not include a complete address for all listed release persons.
A preschool child was observed receiving care in the Preschool room without their emergency contact form being in the classroom. A child was observed receiving care in the Young Toddler classroom without their emergency contact form being in the classroom.
The file for Staff person #3 includes 6 of 12 required annual training hours completed between 12/2022-12/2023.
Staff person #1 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Get Started with Center-Based Care; Building Blocks for Quality.
Staff person #1 was observed to have a disclosure statement with no signature from a witness.
Tacky glue and glue spray which was labeled "keep out of reach of children" were observed in a cabinet in the preschool room that had a lock that was broken and not actually keeping the cabinet shut.
A broken pipe was observed to be sticking up from the pavement in the play area that preschool children were observed to be playing in, which could be a potential hazard.
The file for Staff Person #2 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.
Staff person #3 and #4 did not complete the following required pre-service training, which was required to be completed by 6/17/21, as per the updates to Chapter 3270 Child Care Center regulations, effective 12/19/20: Get Started with Center-Based Care; Building Blocks for Quality. The training for staff person #3 was completed on 8/28/16 and the training for staff person #4 was completed on 9/2/16 which was not within the approved 6-hour training date window of 9/30/16 to 6/30/18.
Staff person #1 did not have the qualifications needed to be a group supervisor.
A low cabinet, used to shelve toys, contained a broken, plastic side/corner protector, which created a scraping/cutting hazard for child in care, in the Older Toddler Room.
The Health Report, for Child #1 was not signed by a physician, physician's assistant or a CRNP, and it did not contain a date or title.
The two (2) most recent Health Assessments, in the files for Staff #1 and Staff #2, exceeded the 24-month renewal requirement.
The Emergency Contact form, in the file for Child #1, did not contain signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid.
The file for Staff #2 contained a Disclosure Statement dated 6.7.21, which was signed after the first date of caring for children (see IS Code Sheet). The file for Staff #3 contained a Disclosure Statement dated 1.24.22, which was signed after the first date of caring for children (see IS Code Sheet). The file for Staff #3 contained a Child Abuse Clearance dated 2.4.22, which was after the first date of caring for children (see IS Code Sheet). The file for Staff #6 contained FBI Clearances dated 5.29.15 and 6.2.20, which exceeded the 60-month renewal requirement.
A handwashing sign was not posted at the toilet in the upstairs restroom.
Zarbees Cough Syrup & Mucus was located in the medication bin in the Toddler Front room, with an expiration date of July 2021.
The two most recent Health Assessments in the file for Staff #1 exceeded the 24-month renewal requirement. The file for Staff #5 contained a Health Assessment dated 4.6.22, which was after the first date of caring for children (see IS Code Sheet).
The file for Staff #4 contained documentation of Health & Safety training on 8.1.22, which exceeded the 90-day requirement (see IS Code Sheet).
The 2 most recent child abuse clearances on file for Staff person #5 are dated 3/9/21 and 1/28/15, more than 60 months apart.
There was an outlet accessible to children 5 years old and younger in the preschool room by the light table that did not have an outlet cover.
The current health assessment on file for Staff person #3 does not indicate if the staff person was examined for contagious or communicable disease.
The current health assessment on file for Staff person #3 does not include the physicians assessment of the staff person's suitability to provide child care.
The pediatric First Aid/CPR certification on file for Staff #1, with a hire date of 3/1/21, is dated 9/23/21, which was due to be completed by 5/30/21, within 90 days of hire. The pediatric First Aid/CPR certification on file for Staff #2 and Staff person #3, with a hire date of 6/7/21, is dated 9/23/21, which was due to be completed by 9/5/21, within 90 days of hire.
The most recent mandated reporter training on file for Staff person #4, dated 10/11/21, is dated more than 60 months after the previous mandated reporter training, dated 4/8/16.
The file for Staff person #1, classified as an assistant group supervisor, does not include verification of an associate degree or bachelor degree in education or a related human services field; or an associate degree or bachelor degree and the required number of credits in education or a related field.
The emergency contact form on file for Child #1 does not include the complete address for all listed release persons.
“Core safety” marks citations about supervision and staff ratios, discipline and caregiver conduct, background checks, child protection and safe sleep, the topics our score weights most. Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity. “Follow-up” marks a violation re-cited at a follow-up visit, counted once. How scores work.
Complaint investigations and reported incidents
Pennsylvania’s search lists complaint investigations in which the state found at least one violation (“verified complaints”). It does not say what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it. Incident investigations look into something that happened at the center; self-reported violations are ones the center reported to the state itself.
Daily rates
| Age group | Full time, per day | Part time, per day |
|---|---|---|
| Newborn (Under 6 Weeks) | $82.00 | $82.00 |
| Infant (6 Weeks-12 mos.) | $82.00 | $82.00 |
| Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) | $82.00 | $82.00 |
| Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) | $82.00 | $82.00 |
| Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) | $72.00 | $72.00 |
The daily price the center lists in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search for families paying privately. The state notes that rates are subject to change and programs don’t have to share them, so confirm with the center. See what daycare costs in Pennsylvania.
About this center
Common questions
Has Kids & Us Day Care CTR had any serious violations?
Pennsylvania cited 6 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 Jun 19, 2026 (caregiver conduct): “Based on staff statements, on 5/6/26 during snack time, Staff Person #1 was passing out cantaloupe to the children. After trying the cantaloupe, Child #1 said she did not like it. Then Staff Person #1 turned toward…” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.
Have there been complaints about Kids & Us Day Care CTR?
Pennsylvania lists 1 complaint investigation since 2021 in which it found at least one violation; the violations are listed above. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.
What is Kids & Us Day Care CTR’s Keystone STARS rating?
STAR 2, effective Oct 2, 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 Kids & Us Day Care CTR compare with other daycares in Pittsburgh?
It is tied for #114 of 251 centers in Pittsburgh by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 79% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.
When was Kids & Us Day Care CTR last inspected?
Nov 13, 2025 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.
How much does Kids & Us Day Care CTR cost?
It reported full-time daily rates of $82.00 for newborn, $82.00 for infant, $82.00 for young toddler, $82.00 for older toddler in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.
Who runs Kids & Us Day Care CTR?
The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Kids & Us Day Care CTR 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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