Liberty Tree of Learning Center LLC
2049 Brodhead Rd, Aliquippa, PA 15001 · Beaver County
1 complaint investigation found violations
Keystone STAR 4
Liberty Tree of Learning Center LLC is a certified child care center in Aliquippa, PA, with capacity for 46 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 4 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 6 times and confirmed violations in 1 complaint investigation. The state cited 29 violations, 5 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for building & playground safety (9 of 29). None of them came in the last 12 months. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is #2 of 12 centers in Aliquippa and has more citations per inspection than 61% of Pennsylvania certified centers.
Inspection record
More citations than 61% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. More citations than most
#2 of 12 centers in Aliquippa
5
Core-safety citations
24
Other citations
6
Inspections
1
Complaint investigations that found violations
29 citations from 7 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · none in the last 12 months · last inspected Mar 13, 2026
Every state visit
Violation found
No violation
Top row: inspections · bottom row: complaint investigations, self-reported incidents and other visits
What inspectors cited most
Building & playground safety
9
Health & medication
7
Records & paperwork
5
Supervision
2
Staff ratios
1
Caregiver conduct
1
Food & feeding
1
Emergency preparedness
1
Background checks
1
Training & qualifications
1
Citations, newest first
Citation
Mar 17, 2025
Inspection
Building & playground safety
Clean and good repair 55 Pa. Code §3270.102(a)
In the PreK room, a purple plastic bin containing children's toys was observed to be cracked and not in good repair. In the Early Preschool room, a plastic lid on a bin that contained children's toys was observed to be cracked with sharp edges and was not in good repair.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 25, 2025): “I repaired the purple plastic bin and removed the cracked plastic lid.”
Citation
Mar 17, 2025
Inspection
Health & medication
12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(a)/3270.192(3)
The file for staff person #1 contained documentation of a health assessment that was conducted on 4/1/24 but was after the staff persons date of hire.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 25, 2025): “I will have staff complete their health assessment before they are hired.”
Citation
Mar 17, 2025
Inspection
Health & medication
Mantoux TB 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(c)(2)
The file for staff person #1 contained documentation of a TB screening dated 4/1/24 but was after the staff persons date of hire.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 25, 2025): “I will have staff complete their health assessment and TB test prior to hire date.”
Citation
Mar 17, 2025
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Parent home/work address, phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(3)
The emergency contact form in the file for child #1 did not contain documentation of the enrolling parents work telephone number.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 25, 2025): “I corrected this by having the parents include their work telephone number on the emergency contact form.”
Similar Age Level 55 Pa. Code §3270.51
Based on staff statements, individual children have been permitted to leave the classroom with therapist and go into another room without a staff present. The child did not have written permission to be released to the therapist.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 15, 2025): “I corrected this by having the therapist stay in the child's classroom where a staff person is present at all times. Therapists will remain in the classroom with the student so our staff can hold the ratio for the age group they are working with at all times. The following maximum child group sizes…”
Supervised at all times 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(a)
Based on staff statements, individual children have been permitted to leave the classroom with therapist and go into another room without a staff present. The child did not have written permission to be released to the therapist.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 15, 2025): “I corrected this by informing staff that therapist stay in the child's classroom where a staff person is present at all times. Staff will be instructed on maintaining supervision of the children and must be able to see, hear, assess and direct the children at all times.”
Staff assigned to specific children 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(a)(1)
Based on staff statements and child file review, individual children have been permitted to leave the classroom with therapist and go into another room without a staff present. The child did not have written permission to be released to the therapist.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 15, 2025): “I corrected this by having the therapist stay in the child's classroom where a staff person is present at all times. Staff will be educated so they understand that staff must be physically present with the child in order to meet supervision requirements.”
Restraints prohibited 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(e)
On January 27th at approximately 10:25am, 2 children were observed to be buckled into toddler chairs during structured activity time, while 5 other children in the room were able to move, stand, and sit without restriction.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 15, 2025): “I corrected this by only allowing the wooden chairs with safety harnesses only to be used during meal time. Staff will be informed that the children's movement are not permitted to be limited by restraints of any kind except for safety reason, such a during meal times.”
Citation
Mar 18, 2024
Inspection
Building & playground safety
Locked or inaccessible 55 Pa. Code §3270.66(a)
"Bic Cover-Up" correction liquid was in an unlocked drawer in an unlocked cabinet accessible to children in the Pre-K classroom.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 1, 2024): “I corrected this by moving the "Bic Cover-Up" to a location that cannot be reached by the children.”
Citation
Mar 18, 2024
Inspection
Building & playground safety
Fixed space heater approved 55 Pa. Code §3270.92(b)
The Preschool 2's and 3's and the Preschool 3's and 4's classrooms each had a fixed space heater but did not have written approval of the installation and written approval for use on file at the facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 1, 2024): “I corrected this by having a fire safety professional inspect the installation and approve them to be used in the classrooms. I have attached a letter.”
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Citation
Mar 18, 2024
Inspection
Building & playground safety
Clean and good repair 55 Pa. Code §3270.102(a)
A green basket on the shelf in the circle time area of the Pre-K classroom was broken and exposed the children to rough edges.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 1, 2024): “I replaced the basket that was cracked.”
Citation
Mar 18, 2024
Inspection
Health & medication
Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(b)(2)
The health assessment of child #1, identified as a preschool age child, was dated 3/16/2022 with an updated health assessment dated 12/28/2023, which exceeded 12 months.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 1, 2024): “I will obtain a new health assessment every 12 months from the date.”
Citation
Mar 18, 2024
Inspection
Building & playground safety
Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance 55 Pa. Code §3270.95(a)/3270.95(b)
Documentation of testing of the fire detection system was dated 7/25/2023 with the next test being 9/19/2023 which exceeded 30 days.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 1, 2024): “I will document testing of the fire detection system in 30 days or less.”
Citation
Mar 18, 2024
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Services proceeded 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(3)
The file of child #1, enrolled for more than 12 months (see coded LIS sheet), contained a Child Service Report to provide information to the family about the child's growth and development dated 11/2023 but did not contain any Child Service Reports within the prior 6 months.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 1, 2024): “Child #1 has a current child service report.”
Citation
Mar 18, 2024
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Name/address/phone release person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(7)
The emergency contact form of child #2 did not contain the address of a release person designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 3, 2024): “I will add an address of a release person on the emergency contact form once obtained from parent.”
Citation
Mar 1, 2023
Inspection
Building & playground safety
Arts and crafts non-toxic 55 Pa. Code §3270.66(e)
The Early Preschool 3's & 4's and Preschool 2's & 3's each contained 2 cans of Barbasol shaving cream labeled "keep out of the reach of children." The Barbasol was said to be used as an art material when discussed with facility person #1.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 10, 2023): “The Barbasol shaving cream was removed & thrown away & will no longer be used for art projects.”
Citation
Mar 1, 2023
Inspection
Building & playground safety
Has all items 55 Pa. Code §3270.75(c)
The first aid kit in the Early Preschool 3's & 4's did not contain soap.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 10, 2023): “I added soap to the first aid kit in the EPS classroom.”
Citation
Mar 1, 2023
Inspection
Food & feeding
Potentially hazardous food refrigerated 55 Pa. Code §3270.161(d)
In the Pre-K 4's and 5's classroom, lunch bags were seen in the children's backpacks and cubbies. Upon discussion with facility person #1, it was stated the families are required to have an ice pack to ensure potentially hazardous food remained cold and they were not placed in the refrigerator. The Early Preschool 3's and 4's classroom also contained children's lunch bags on a shelf by the door. All lunch bags were immediately placed int he refrigerator.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 10, 2023): “All lunch bags were placed in the refrigerator.”
Citation
Mar 1, 2023
Inspection
Emergency preparedness
Every 60 days 55 Pa. Code §3270.94(a)(1)
Documentation of consecutive fire drills dated 6/16/2022 and 8/18/2022 exceeded 60 days.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 10, 2023): “I will make sure fire drills are done every 60 days or less.”
Citation
Mar 1, 2023
Inspection
Building & playground safety
Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance 55 Pa. Code §3270.95(a)/3270.95(b)
Documentation of the testing of the fire detection system exceeded 30 days on the following occasions: 7/14/2022 to 8/18/2022 to 9/27/2022.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 10, 2023): “I will test the fire detection system every 30 days or less.”
Citation
Mar 1, 2023
Inspection
Health & medication
Health information/Initial and subsequent health reports 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(a)/3270.182(1)
The file of child #1 did not contain an initial health assessment within 60 days of their first day in care (see coded LIS sheet).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 13, 2023): “I will obtain the child's health assessment by April 1, 2023.”
Citation
Mar 1, 2023
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations 55 Pa. Code §3270.25(a)
The facility did not provide the parent of each child enrolled with information on how to access Chapter 3270 regulations electronically.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 13, 2023): “I placed a sign on my office window providing a website & QR code to access Chapter 3270 regulations electronically. I also added the website to the handbook.”
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
The file for Staff Person #3, who had lived in Ohio within the past five years, did not include the required Ohio clearances.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 25, 2022): “I corrected this by obtaining the Ohio State Sex Offender and Child Abuse & Neglect Registry for this staff member. This staff member cannot come back to work until I have those clearances.”
Citation
Mar 2, 2022
Inspection
Building & playground safety
Stairs, exits, etc. unobstructed 55 Pa. Code §3270.91(a)
During naptime, a child was napping on a cot in front of the exit doors in the Preschool Room.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 12, 2022): “I corrected this by moving the child's cot to a different location away from the front exit doors.”
Citation
Mar 2, 2022
Inspection
Health & medication
2 feet apart 55 Pa. Code §3270.106(f)
During naptime, observed in the toddler room, less than 2 feet of space on three sides of a pack 'n' play, where a toddler was napping.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 12, 2022): “I corrected this by moving the empty pack and play to the other side of the room so there were at least 2 feet of space on 3 sides of the pack & play.”
Citation
Mar 2, 2022
Inspection
Health & medication
Exemption documentation from parent/guardian/Initial and subsequent health reports 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(e)(1)/3270.182(1)
The most recent immunization records in the files for Child #1, #2 and #3 did not include documentation of a flu shot administered within the past 12 months or a letter of exemption from the parent or physician.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 25, 2022): “I corrected this by having the parents provide me with an updated immunization record and/or had parents sign a letter of exemption.”
Citation
Mar 2, 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 initial health assessment in the file for Staff Person #2 was conducted after the staff person's first day working in child care.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 21, 2022): “I corrected this by having the staff member complete the initial health assessment a.s.a.p. (5/1/2021).”
Citation
Mar 2, 2022
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Parent home/work address, phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(3)
The Emergency Contact Forms in the files for Child #3 and #4 did not include the work addresses and phone numbers for the enrolling parents.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 25, 2022): “I corrected this by having parents include their work address & phone numbers.”
Citation
Mar 2, 2022
Inspection
Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR/Exp, educ., training at facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)(10)/3270.192(2)(iii)
The CPR/First Aid Certifications in the files for Staff Persons #1, 2 and 3 did not specify that the training was pediatric.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 12, 2022): “I corrected this by having Christine Moye from the American Heart Association, who is also PQAS certified, come re-do everyone's "Pediatric" CPR/First Aid.”
“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
Violation found
Jan 27, 2025
Complaint investigation
4 violations cited, listed under Citations.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) | $59.00 | $42.00 |
| Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) | $59.00 | $42.00 |
| Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) | $56.00 | $41.00 |
| Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) | $59.00 | $42.00 |
| Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.) | $59.00 | $42.00 |
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
46 children
Certificate status
Regular
Certificate valid through
Jun 1, 2027
Operator
Liberty Tree Of Learning Center LLC
Hours
Monday–Friday 6:30 AM–4:30 PM How Pennsylvania centers’ hours compare
Phone
(724) 203-0089
State certificate #
CER-00256079
Common questions
Has Liberty Tree of Learning Center LLC had any serious violations?
Pennsylvania cited 5 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 Jan 27, 2025 (staff ratios): “Based on staff statements, individual children have been permitted to leave the classroom with therapist and go into another room without a staff present. The child did not have written permission to be released to the…” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.
Have there been complaints about Liberty Tree of Learning Center LLC?
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 Liberty Tree of Learning Center LLC’s Keystone STARS rating?
STAR 4, effective Oct 22, 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 Liberty Tree of Learning Center LLC compare with other daycares in Aliquippa?
It is #2 of 12 centers in Aliquippa by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 61% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.
When was Liberty Tree of Learning Center LLC last inspected?
Mar 13, 2026 (renewal). No violations were cited during that visit.
How much does Liberty Tree of Learning Center LLC cost?
It reported full-time daily rates of $59.00 for young toddler, $59.00 for older toddler, $56.00 for preschool, $59.00 for young school-age in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.
Who runs Liberty Tree of Learning Center LLC?
The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Liberty Tree Of Learning Center LLC.
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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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