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Pennsylvania · Pittsburgh · 15236

Little Hearts Learning Center

5017 Curry Rd, Pittsburgh, PA 15236 · Allegheny County
2 core-safety citations in last 12 months 1 complaint investigation found violations Keystone STAR 2

Little Hearts Learning Center is a certified child care center in Pittsburgh, PA, with capacity for 53 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 2 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 7 times and confirmed violations in 1 complaint investigation. The state cited 75 violations, 8 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for health & medication (24 of 75). 22 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 #197 of 251 centers in Pittsburgh and has more citations per inspection than 93% of Pennsylvania certified centers.

Inspection record

More citations than 93% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. Among the most cited
Tied for #197 of 251 centers in Pittsburgh
8 Core-safety citations
67 Other citations
7 Inspections
1 Complaint investigations that found violations
75 citations from 9 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · 22 in the last 12 months · last inspected Oct 21, 2025

Every state visit

2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom) Oct 21, 2025 · Inspection · citation found Nov 26, 2024 · Inspection · citation found Oct 3, 2024 · Inspection · citation found Oct 5, 2023 · Inspection · citation found Sep 25, 2023 · Inspection · citation found Mar 23, 2023 · Report/investigation · citation found Oct 21, 2022 · Inspection · citation found Mar 29, 2022 · Report/investigation · citation found Oct 25, 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

Health & medication 24
Building & playground safety 20
Training & qualifications 14
Background checks 6
Records & paperwork 3
Emergency preparedness 3
Food & feeding 2
Sleep safety 1
Other standards 1
Supervision 1

Citations, newest first

Core safety Oct 21, 2025 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
The file for staff #1 lacks clearances from the state of OH. The clearances were due 10/10/25.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 26, 2025): “I will obtain clearances from out of state when hiring staff. [staff #1 did not work with children until OH clearances were obtained].”
Core safety Oct 21, 2025 Inspection Sleep safety
Infant sleep position 55 Pa. Code §3270.119
Observed an infant sleeping in a bouncy chair in the infant room.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 26, 2025): “all children will be placed in their cribs when sleeping”
Citation Oct 21, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Locked or inaccessible 55 Pa. Code §3270.66(a)
Observed hand sanitizer labeled "keep out of reach of children" accessible to children on a desk in the PS room.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 26, 2025): “I will make sure all hand sanitizers and toxic materials are not in the reach of children [toxic was made inaccessible]”
Citation Oct 21, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Has all items 55 Pa. Code §3270.75(c)
The first aid kit in the PS room lacked gloves.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 26, 2025): “I will make sure all first aid kits contain necessary supplies [gloves were put in the kit]”
Citation Oct 21, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76
Observed exposed bolts on the fence at the far end of the playground.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 17, 2025): “I will make sure surfaces are safe in the outdoor play area. all bolts were cut and smoothed out no rough edges on all the areas of the fence all equipment will be clean and in good repair”
Citation Oct 21, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Lidded waste receptacles 55 Pa. Code §3270.82(i)
One bathroom used for children contained a waste can without a lid.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 17, 2025): “I will make sure all garbage cans are equipped with a lid that is hands free [lids were placed on garbage cans]”
Citation Oct 21, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Clean and good repair 55 Pa. Code §3270.102(a)
Observed dirty toys/climber in the outside play space. observed climbers in poor repair in the toddler room and the infant room.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 17, 2025): “I will make sure all equipment is in good repair and throw out any that isnt. all equipment that was unrepairable was thrown away”
Citation Oct 21, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Hazardous toys and equipment 55 Pa. Code §3270.102(g)
Observed a Bumbo in the infant room that has been recalled by the CPSC. The CPSC issued a repair (strap) for the Bumbo but the repair was not made.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 26, 2025): “[bumbo was immediately removed from the classroom] all equipment will be in good repair at all times. I will order a new strap for the bumbo chair and make sure that all is in good repair before it is put back out”
Citation Oct 21, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Small Toys and Objects 55 Pa. Code §3270.103
Foam bumpers were observed on crib legs accessible to children who are still placing objects in their mouths.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 17, 2025): “I will not have objects less than 1 inch available to the children. I cut the foam off the bottom of the crib”
Citation Oct 21, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Clean, good repair, proper size 55 Pa. Code §3270.104(a)
Observed an unstable shelf in the PS room.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 26, 2025): “I will make sure furniture is safe and in good condition in the rooms where children play. I removed the shelves from the room and will replace with more sturdy ones”
Citation Oct 21, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
Clean, age appropriate 55 Pa. Code §3270.106(a)
The linens in the toddler room used for resting lacks children's names.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 17, 2025): “I will make sure all cubbies [and blankets]where the blankets are kept are properly labeled. all cubbies were blankets and supplies go have been re labeled for less confusion”
Citation Oct 21, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
2 feet apart 55 Pa. Code §3270.106(f)
Observed an infant sleeping in a crib without 2 feet of space is on three sides of the crib.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 26, 2025): “I will make sure not child is sleeping to close to another crib and they are 2 feet apart. cribs will be pulled out and made to have 2 feet of space between”
Citation Oct 21, 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 #2 lacks an updated health assessment. The last health assessment on file is dated 6/2023.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 17, 2025): “I will make sure all children have physicals in their folders. to obtain updated files on the children, [health assessment will be obtained]”
Citation Oct 21, 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 contains a health assessment that was updated late. it was due 5/2025 and obtained 10/2025.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 26, 2025): “make sure children has a physical in file”
Citation Oct 21, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
Dismissal policy 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(e)(3)
The file for child #2 lacks updated immunizations in accordance with the Department of Health regulation in 28 Pa. Code § 27.77 (relating to immunization requirements for children in child care group settings). Child #2 is still enrolled in child care.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 26, 2025): “I will make sure child has up to date physicals in their files. [child was dismissed from care until immunizations were obtained. parent brought the immunizations/health assessment the day after the inspection]”
Citation Oct 21, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
Written instructions 55 Pa. Code §3270.133(2)
Observed a child's medication in the PS room without the written instructions that were provided from the individual who prescribed the medicine.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 26, 2025): “medication will have written instructions from a doctor posted with the medication. [medication was thrown away or returned to parent]”
Citation Oct 21, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
Original label 55 Pa. Code §3270.133(5)
Observed an expired epi pen in the PS room and in the toddler room.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 26, 2025): “make sure no medication is expired. discarded any expired medications”
Citation Oct 21, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
Disposable diapers 55 Pa. Code §3270.135(a)(3)
The hands-free can in the infant room used for soiled diapers was broken. Toddlers are diapered at times in the toddler room where there isn't a hands-free covered can for the disposal of soiled diapers.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 17, 2025): “I will make sure their is a hands free disposal for diapers”
Citation Oct 21, 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 #3 lacks a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 17, 2025): “all staff shall have appropriate health assessments in their file. I will make sure all staff has appropriate health assessments”
Citation Oct 21, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
Mantoux TB/Health assessment, TB test 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(c)(2)/3270.192(3)
The files for staff #2 and #5 lack a valid TB tests. The TB tests on file are over 12 months old at initial child care employment. The file for staff #3 lacks a TB test.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 17, 2025): “all staff must/will have tb test that are not expired”
Citation Oct 21, 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 file for staff #4 lacks annual fire safety training. It was due 9/2025.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 26, 2025): “training was completed late”
Citation Oct 21, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
HS/GED + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(ii)
The file for staff #2 lacks verification of a HS diploma.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 17, 2025): “I will make sure that all staff has required paperwork in their file [HS diplomas]”
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Citation Nov 26, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Outdoor equip.- protective surfacing 55 Pa. Code §3270.102(c)
RECITED from 10/3/24: The loose fill under the embedded equipment on the playground does not meet the recommendations of the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission. The sand under the climber does not measure 9 inches consistently under the climber. It measures various depths. The sand that was placed at a few random areas to meet the 10/3/24 citation does not meet CPSP compliance guidelines.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 16, 2024): “The climber in the playground will not be in use until enough sand is replaced to meet the required safety standards as per state regulations. DHS will be notified prior to the children using the equipment when the sand is poured, and a barrier will be in place to restrict the area until then.”
Citation Oct 3, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76
Observed a nail protruding from the doorway to the toddler room. Observed a protruding screw behind the toilet in the restroom used by the children.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 26, 2024): “we maintain safety on surfaces in the center. banged in the nail to make flush to the surface so it wasnt sticking out”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Oct 3, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
No peeling paint or plaster 55 Pa. Code §3270.77(a)
Observed one damaged corner in the preschool room. the plaster was damaged.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 26, 2024): “will keep classroom in good repair no peeling paint on walls or surfaces”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Oct 3, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Lidded waste receptacles 55 Pa. Code §3270.82(i)
One waste can in the restroom used by the children lacked a lid.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 26, 2024): “will replace lids when broken. replaced damaged lids on the receptacle”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Oct 3, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Outdoor equip.- protective surfacing 55 Pa. Code §3270.102(c)
The loose fill under the embedded equipment on the playground does not meet the recommendations of the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission. The sand under the climber does not measure 9 inches consistently under the climber. It measures various depths.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Nov 26, 2024): “will make sure that play surfaces have enough loose fill at the landings. poured new sand at the landings of the climber to meet 9 inches”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Oct 3, 2024 Inspection Health & medication
Name on bottle 55 Pa. Code §3270.133(3)
Observed one unlabeled baby bottle in the infant room.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 13, 2024): “when parents bring in new bottles they will be labeled. bottle was labeled.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Oct 3, 2024 Inspection Health & medication
Mantoux TB/Health assessment, TB test 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(c)(2)/3270.192(3)
The file for staff #4 contains a TB test that was obtained after the start of initial child care service. the test was due 11/23/23 and obtained 12/11/23.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 13, 2024): “make sure that all staff has the proper documentation in their folders. staff will have TB tests at initial employment.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Oct 3, 2024 Inspection Other standards
General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.21
The sheets on several of the mattresses in the cribs were loose in the infant room.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 26, 2024): “i will make sure that all sheets are snug to the mattress in the cribs in the infant room. sheets were adjusted on 10/3/24.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Oct 3, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
HS/GED + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(ii)
The file for staff #2 lacks a high school diploma.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 26, 2024): “staff shall have the correct verification in their folder”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Oct 3, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
The file for staff # lacks one non-family reference letter.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 26, 2024): “make sure that staff has the proper documentation in their folder. staff obtained another reference letter.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Oct 3, 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 #1 lacks 7.5 hours of the 12 hours of annual child care training for the 8/2023-8/2024 time period.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 26, 2024): “make sure staff has the proper documentation in their folder. staff completed training.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Oct 5, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
Clean and good repair 55 Pa. Code §3270.102(a)
Observed the straps in the toddler seats at the toddler table to be dirty.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 19, 2023): “will make sure straps are in good repair and clean in the future”
Citation Oct 5, 2023 Inspection Food & feeding
Refrigerator 55 Pa. Code §3270.107
The refrigerator in the preschool classroom lacked an operating thermometer.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 19, 2023): “have a thermometer at all times in the refrigerator”
Citation Oct 5, 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 file for child #1 lacks a current health assessment. The health assessment was due 1/2023.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 19, 2023): “obtained child #1s physical. make sure childs files are up to date”
Citation Oct 5, 2023 Inspection Health & medication
Immunization record/Initial and subsequent health reports 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(d)(5)/3270.182(1)
The file for child #1 lacks verification of the flu vaccine for the 2022 year.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 19, 2023): “obtained flu vaccine for child #1. check for flu vaccinations”
Citation Oct 5, 2023 Inspection Health & medication
Dismissal policy /Initial and subsequent health reports 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(e)(3)/3270.182(1)
The facility did not implement dismissal policies in accordance with the Department of Health regulation in 28 Pa. Code § 27.77 (relating to immunization requirements for children in child care group settings) for child #1 who lacks verification of a flu vaccination.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 19, 2023): “dismiss child #1 until flu vaccine is obtained. put in proper notification when a parents refuses flu vaccines”
Citation Oct 5, 2023 Inspection Health & medication
Written instructions 55 Pa. Code §3270.133(2)
Observed an albuterol inhaler in the preschool classroom medication box without written instructions that were provided from the individual who prescribed the medicine.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 19, 2023): “had parent send in information with medication”
Citation Oct 5, 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 file for staff #1lacks an updated health assessment. The health assessment was due to be renewed on 6/32/23.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 19, 2023): “obtained health assessment for staff #1. staff shall have updated physical every two years”
Citation Oct 5, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)
Staff person #2 had not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): pediatric first aid and cpr. The training was due 9/5/23 and was completed 9/24/23.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 19, 2023): “will make sure staff completes paperwork on time”
Core safety Sep 25, 2023 Inspection Supervision
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
Staff person #1 was observed to be caring for children unsupervised on 9/25/23. Staff person #1 has not completed the following pre-service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: health and safety update training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 7, 2023): “Staff #1 will complete the health and safety update. Staff #1 will be supervised by an AGS until the training is completed. All other staff have completed their training.”
Citation Sep 25, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)
Staff person #1 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): health and safety update training that was due 12/2022.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 7, 2023): “Staff #1 will complete the health and safety update and will be supervised by an AGS until it is done.”
Citation Mar 23, 2023 Complaint investigation Food & feeding
Written statement 55 Pa. Code §3270.166(1)
The facility did not obtain an UPDATED written statement giving the formula and feeding schedule for child #1 from the parent when the child's formula schedule changed.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 22, 2023): “From now on, we will be sure to update a child's infant feeding plan anytime it changes and date that change and have the parent sign it. Child #1 is no longer in care at this time.”
Core safety Oct 21, 2022 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
The following clearances were renewed late: staff #1 - criminal and child abuse; staff #4 - FBI. The clearances that are currently on file are valid.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 6, 2023): “ALL STAFF SHALL HAVE COPY OF CLEARANCES THAT ARE VALID”
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 #1 lacks a valid FBI clearance. The FBI clearance that is on file is a Department of Education FBI clearance and isn't accepted by the Department of Human Services.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 6, 2023): “STAFF SHALL HAVE FBI CLEARANCES THAT ARE NOT DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES”
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 #7 contains the receipt dated 1/10/19 with a NO RECORD status for the criminal record, however not the criminal clearance certificate.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 6, 2023): “STAFF SHALL HAVE THE RECEIPT OF FINGERPRINTING FOR FBI”
Citation Oct 21, 2022 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Training regarding plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(c)
The file for staff #1 contains emergency plan training that was obtained/renewed late. The training was due 9/2022 and was done 10/2022.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 6, 2023): “STAFF SHALL HAVE EMERGENCY PLAN TRAINIING AT TIME OF HIRE AND YEARLY AFTER THAT”
Citation Oct 21, 2022 Inspection Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76
Observed exposed bolts on the fencing in the outdoor play space. The fencing is newly installed.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 10, 2023): “ALL SURFACES SHALL BE FREE OF VISABLE HAZARDS. I WILL CAULK ALL BOLTS TO MAKE IT SAFE”
Citation Oct 21, 2022 Inspection Building & playground safety
No peeling paint or plaster 55 Pa. Code §3270.77(a)
Observed damaged plaster on the 1/2 wall between the infant care space and the infant nap space in the infant area.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 6, 2023): “DAMAGED PLASTER WILL BE IN REPAIR FROM NOW ON. COVERED THE VISABLE PEELING PLASTER AND WILL MAINTAIN IN THE FUTURE”
Citation Oct 21, 2022 Inspection Building & playground safety
Clean and good repair 55 Pa. Code §3270.102(a)
Observed one damaged lego toy bin in the toddler space and torn rest mats in the toddler space.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 6, 2023): “NO PLAY EQUIPMENT IN POOR REPAIR SHALL BE USED BY CHILDREN. REPLACED THE THE BIN WITH ANOTHER”
Citation Oct 21, 2022 Inspection Building & playground safety
Outdoor equip.- protective surfacing 55 Pa. Code §3270.102(c)
The outdoor equipment that requires embedded mounting was not mounted over a loose-fill or unitary playground protective surface covering that meets the recommendations of the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission. The fill (sand) that was under the embedded equipment was not loose. The fill was compacted down.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 6, 2023): “OUTDOOR SPACE MUST CONTAIN LOOSE FILL TO PROTECT THE SURFACE COVERING. UNTIL WEATHER IS PERMITTING AND I WILL PUT SAND DOWN AND NO CHILDREN WILL USE THE PLAYGROUND UNTIL THEN.”
Citation Oct 21, 2022 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 lacks an updated health assessment. The last health assessement on file is dated 1/2022. Child #1 is a young toddler.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 6, 2023): “CHILD FILES MUST CONTAIN UPDATED PHYSICAL. PARENT HAD THE DOCTOR FILL IT OUT AND UPDATE IT”
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 file for staff #1 lacks a current health assessment. The health assessment was due 1/13/22.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 6, 2023): “STAFF SHALL MAINTAIN / WILL OBTAIN CURRENT PHYSICALS”
Citation Oct 21, 2022 Inspection Health & medication
Mantoux TB/Health assessment, TB test 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(c)(2)/3270.192(3)
The file for staff #7 contains a TB test that is too old and exceeded 12 months at hire.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 6, 2023): “ALL STAFF SHALL MAINTAIN/OBTAIN UPDATED PHYSICALS/ TB TESTS IN FILE”
Citation Oct 21, 2022 Inspection Health & medication
Physician/CRNP assessment/Health assessment, TB test 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(c)(5)/3270.192(3)
The health assessment on file dated 1/19/22 for staff #7 lacks the physician's or CRNP's assessment of the person's suitability to provide child care.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 6, 2023): “ALL STAFF WIL HAVE A PHYSICAL ON FILE ON THE PROPER STAFF HEALTH ASSESSMENT PAPER. STAFF WILL GET PHYSICALS FILED OUT ON STAFF HEALTH ASSESSMENT PAPER”
Citation Oct 21, 2022 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(5)
The facility's emergency did not provide for accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 6, 2023): “THE EMERGENCY PLAN SHALL INCLUDE ACCOMMODATIONS FOR INFANTS TODDLERS AND CHILDREN WITH DISABILITIES”
Citation Oct 21, 2022 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 file for staff #2 contains fire safety training that was obtained late. The training was due 9/2022 and was obtained 10/2022.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 6, 2023): “STAFF SHALL HAVE FIRESAFETY TRAINING YEARLY”
Citation Oct 21, 2022 Inspection Training & qualifications
Comply with CPSL 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)
The files for staff #1, #5 and #8 contain mandated reporter training that was updated or obtained initially late. Staff #1 was due 5/2022 and obtained 9/2022, staff #5 was due 1/2022 and obtained 10/2022, staff #8 was due 4/2022 and obtained 10/2022. The trainings on file are now current and valid.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 6, 2023): “ALL MANDATED REPORTER TRAINING WILL BE DONE WHEN DUE”
Citation Oct 21, 2022 Inspection Training & qualifications
HS/GED + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(ii)
The file for staff #8 lacks verification or 2 years of experience with children to qualify the staff as an AGS.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 6, 2023): “STAFF SHALL HAVE HOURS OF EXPERIENCE TO WORK WITH CHILDREN”
Citation Oct 21, 2022 Inspection Training & qualifications
8th grade + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.37(b)(3)/3270.192(2)(ii)
The file for staff #6 lacks verification of a minimum of an 8th grade education and 2 years of experience with children.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 6, 2023): “STAFF SHALL SHOW PROOF OF HIGH SCHOOL IN THEIR FILE. ALL STAFF SHALL MAINTAIN VERIFICATION OF SCHOOLING”
Citation Mar 29, 2022 Incident investigation Building & playground safety
Space safe for large muscle activity/Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.62(c)/3270.76
According to documentation provided by the facility, child #1 ran into a broken metal fence pole in the outdoor playground. The metal pole at the top of the fence had come apart and was protruding into the playground causing a physical hazard.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 29, 2022): “The top of the fence/pole was immediately repaired.”
Core safety Oct 25, 2021 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
The files for staff #3 and #6 lack a valid/current FBI clearance.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 25, 2021): “Staff #3 and #6 will obtain valid FBI clearances. Staff #3 and #6 will not be caregivers or at the facility until valid FBI clearances are on file.”
Core safety Oct 25, 2021 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
The file for staff #5 contains clearances that were renewed late (child abuse, FBI).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 25, 2021): “From now on, clearances will be updated timely.”
Citation Oct 25, 2021 Inspection Health & medication
Clean, age appropriate 55 Pa. Code §3270.106(a)
Observed one pack n play that was used for rest equipment and was not labeled for the use of a specific child.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 25, 2021): “The pack n play was immediately labeled with the name of the child for whom it was intended.”
Citation Oct 25, 2021 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 #4 lacks a current health assessment.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 4, 2021): “Staff #4 will obtain a current health assessment.”
Citation Oct 25, 2021 Inspection Health & medication
Mantoux TB/Health assessment, TB test 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(c)(2)/3270.192(3)
The file for staff #2 contains a TB test that was obtained late (after initial service in the child care setting).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 25, 2021): “From now on, staff will obtain TB tests timely.”
Citation Oct 25, 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 has been testing their fire detection system monthly, however the test between 9/2021 and 10/2021 exceeded 30 days.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 25, 2021): “Monthly fire detection system testing will not exceed 30 days.”
Citation Oct 25, 2021 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan/Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(1)/3270.27(a)(5)
The facility's emergency plan did not provide for accommodations for shelter of children during an emergency including lock-down or accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 4, 2021): “The facility's emergency plan now provides for accommodations for shelter of children during an emergency including lock-down or accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.”
Citation Oct 25, 2021 Inspection Training & qualifications
Comply with CPSL/Exp, educ., training at facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(2)(iii)
The file for staff #1 contains mandated reporter training that was renewed late.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 25, 2021): “From now on, staff will obtain mandated reporter training timely.”
Citation Oct 25, 2021 Inspection Training & qualifications
Staff evaluations 55 Pa. Code §3270.34(a)(6)
The file for staff #3 contains an evaluation that was conducted late.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 25, 2021): “From now on, evaluations will be conducted timely.”
Citation Oct 25, 2021 Inspection Training & qualifications
HS/GED/Exp, educ., training prior to facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.37(b)(1)/3270.192(2)(ii)
The file for staff #6 lacks verification of a high school diploma.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 4, 2021): “Staff #6 will obtain verification of a high school diploma.”
Citation Oct 25, 2021 Inspection Records & paperwork
Posted in group space 55 Pa. Code §3270.111(b)
The PS room and Toddler rooms lacked posted daily schedules.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 25, 2021): “The written plan of daily activities was immediately posted in the group space.”
Citation Oct 25, 2021 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)
Staff #2 and #5 lack current first aid and cpr training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 4, 2021): “First aid and CPR will be obtained for staff #2 and #5.”
Citation Oct 25, 2021 Inspection Records & paperwork
Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations 55 Pa. Code §3270.25(a)
The operator did not provide the parent of each child enrolled with information on how to access the regulations in this chapter electronically.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 25, 2021): “The link for the regulations was immediately posted.”

“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 Mar 23, 2023 Complaint investigation
1 violation cited, listed under Citations.
Violation found Mar 29, 2022 Incident investigation
1 violation 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
Newborn (Under 6 Weeks) $61.00 $46.00
Infant (6 Weeks-12 mos.) $61.00 $46.00
Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) $61.00 $46.00
Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) $61.00 $46.00
Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) $61.00 $46.00
Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) $61.00 $46.00
Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.) $61.00 $46.00

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 53 children
Certificate status Regular (COMPASS: awaiting renewal)
Certificate valid through Jan 21, 2027
Keystone STARS STAR 2
since Dec 16, 2025 · what STARS means
Operator Little Hearts Learning Center INC
Hours Monday–Friday 6:30 AM–6:00 PM How Pennsylvania centers’ hours compare
Phone (412) 655-8812
State certificate # CER-00249835
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Not checked by Daycare Record

Common questions

Has Little Hearts Learning Center had any serious violations?

Pennsylvania cited 8 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 Oct 21, 2025 (background checks): “The file for staff #1 lacks clearances from the state of OH. The clearances were due 10/10/25.” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.

Have there been complaints about Little Hearts Learning Center?

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 Little Hearts Learning Center’s Keystone STARS rating?

STAR 2, effective Dec 16, 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 Little Hearts Learning Center compare with other daycares in Pittsburgh?

It is tied for #197 of 251 centers in Pittsburgh by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 93% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.

When was Little Hearts Learning Center last inspected?

Oct 21, 2025 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.

How much does Little Hearts Learning Center cost?

It reported full-time daily rates of $61.00 for newborn, $61.00 for infant, $61.00 for young toddler, $61.00 for older toddler in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.

Who runs Little Hearts Learning Center?

The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Little Hearts Learning Center 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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