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Northern Area Boys & Girls Clubhouse

100 Howard St, Pittsburgh, PA 15209 · Allegheny County
Keystone STAR 4

Northern Area Boys & Girls Clubhouse is a certified child care center in Pittsburgh, PA, with capacity for 102 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 4 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 7 times. The state cited 39 violations, 1 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for building & playground safety (13 of 39). 7 citations came in the last 12 months. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is #60 of 251 centers in Pittsburgh and has more citations per inspection than 57% of Pennsylvania certified centers.

Inspection record

More citations than 57% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. About typical
#60 of 251 centers in Pittsburgh
1 Core-safety citations
38 Other citations
7 Inspections
0 Complaint investigations that found violations
39 citations from 8 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · 7 in the last 12 months · last inspected Sep 18, 2026

Every state visit

2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom) Sep 18, 2026 · Inspection · citation found Sep 8, 2026 · Inspection · citation found Oct 21, 2025 · Inspection · citation found Sep 10, 2025 · Inspection · citation found Sep 3, 2024 · Inspection · citation found Sep 21, 2023 · Inspection · citation found Sep 14, 2022 · Inspection · citation found Jul 7, 2022 · Report/investigation · 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 13
Records & paperwork 9
Training & qualifications 8
Emergency preparedness 4
Health & medication 4
Supervision 1

Citations, newest first

Citation Sep 18, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76
A cable clip on the brick wall in the Outdoor Play Space was observed to have sharp edges, presenting a potential hazard to children in care.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 29, 2026): “The cable clip on the bottom wall was removed and the clip above was made flush with the wall to not stick out anymore.”
Citation Sep 8, 2026 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Training regarding plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(c)
The file for Staff Person #3 contained emergency plan training on 1/13/25 and 3/18/26, which are more than 12 months apart.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 15, 2026): “The file is now current.”
Citation Sep 8, 2026 Inspection Health & medication
12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(a)
The file for Staff Person #3 contained health assessments dated 9/20/23 and 10/6/25, which are more than 24 months apart.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 15, 2026): “staff #3 file is current now”
Citation Sep 8, 2026 Inspection Health & medication
Physical examination 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(c)(1)
The file for Staff Person #1 contained a health assessment indicating that a physical examination was not conducted.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 15, 2026): “Staff #1 went back to their doctor and they corrected the health form, they had received an exam but it was marked wrong on the paperwork.”
Citation Sep 8, 2026 Inspection Training & qualifications
Fire safety - 1 yr. 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(ii)
The file for Staff Person #2 contained fire safety training dated 11/6/24 and 6/9/26, which is more than 12 months apart.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 15, 2026): “file for staff #2 is now current”
Citation Sep 8, 2026 Inspection Training & qualifications
Staff evaluations 55 Pa. Code §3270.34(a)(6)
The files for Staff Persons #2 and #4 did not contain a written evaluation within the last 12 months.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 15, 2026): “Written Evaluations have been done and went over with staff #2 and #4 to now have current file”
Citation Sep 8, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Parent home/work address, phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(3)
The emergency contact forms in the files for children #1 and #2 did not contain the enrolling parent's work telephone number.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 15, 2026): “Parents updated their paperwork at pickup and provided the info for the number to call while at work for child file #1 and #2”
Follow-up Oct 21, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Each staff person meets quals/Exp, educ., training prior to facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.33(a)/3270.192(2)(ii)
*SECOND VIOLATION The file for Staff Person #1 contained documentation of a foreign diploma, however, the diploma was not translated or evaluated to determine the staff person's qualifications. Previously cited on SIN-00272284 on 9/10/25.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 13, 2025): “Staff person #1 has obtained their transcripts from the foreign university. They applied for translation services through the INSTITUTE OF FOREIGN CREDENTIAL SERVICES from the PA Keys website. Translated transcripts and evaluation will be placed in file and submitted to DHS. If not obtained by…”
Re-cited at a follow-up visit; counted once, with the original citation.
Follow-up Oct 21, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Insurance coverage information 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(6)
*SECOND VIOLATION The emergency contact form in the file for child #1 did not contain information on the health insurance coverage and policy number for the child. Previously cited on SIN-00272284 on 9/10/25.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 13, 2025): “The parent of child #1 has submitted their health insurance information and director has recorded it in their file.”
Re-cited at a follow-up visit; counted once, with the original citation.
Citation Sep 10, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less 55 Pa. Code §3270.65
Four electrical outlets were observed to be uncovered in a power strip between the sink and refrigerator in the Preschool Room.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 6, 2025): “Outlet covers were placed in the receptacle at the time of inspection.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
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Citation Sep 10, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Screened 55 Pa. Code §3270.72(b)
Two windows in the Indoor Playspace were observed opened but were not screened.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 21, 2025): “All staff have been made aware that now and in the future, all windows are to remain closed unless they are screened.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Sep 10, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
No peeling paint or plaster 55 Pa. Code §3270.77(a)
Peeling paint and damaged plaster were observed along the wall below the chalkboard in the Indoor Play Space.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 21, 2025): “Our painting contractor has been scheduled to repair the damaged plaster and repaint the entire Indoor Play Space.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Sep 10, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Clean and good repair 55 Pa. Code §3270.102(a)
In the Computer Room, a plastic bin that contained children's toys was observed to be cracked with sharp edges. In the Game Room, two plastic bins containing children's toys and a children's toy farmhouse were observed to be cracked with sharp edges. In addition, a children's sofa was observed to be torn exposing the interior and was not in good repair.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 21, 2025): “Cracked toy bin was immediately removed from the room. The cracked bin has been replaced with a new bin. The farmhouse toy was thrown away at the time of inspection when damage was noted. The tear on the couch was repaired.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Sep 10, 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)
The facility's documentation of testing the fire detection system exceeded 30 days between testing from 1/17/25 to 2/18/25.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 6, 2025): “Since the new director started at the center in April, the fire detection system has been tested every 30 days.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Sep 10, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)
Staff person #4 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Pediatric first aid/CPR.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 21, 2025): “Staff person 4 took CPR with a PQAS certified instructor on 8/22/2025. The certificate has been placed in her file.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Sep 10, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Each staff person meets quals/Exp, educ., training prior to facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.33(a)/3270.192(2)(ii)
The file for staff person #2 contained documentation of a foreign diploma, however, the diploma was not translated or evaluated to determine the staff person's qualifications.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Oct 21, 2025): “We have contacted the staff person's University in Turkey to hopefully obtain transcripts. Then, we will use a qualified translation/evaluation program on the transcripts and degree.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Sep 10, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Staff evaluations 55 Pa. Code §3270.34(a)(6)
The two most recent written evaluations in the files for staff persons #1 and #3 were dated more than 12 months apart: 6/3/24 and 8/29/25.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 6, 2025): “Annual evaluations were completed, but beyond the 12 months. In the future, Director will complete evaluations of staff persons every 6 months to ensure compliance.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Sep 10, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Insurance coverage information 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(6)
The emergency contact form in the file for child #1 did not contain information on the health insurance coverage and policy number for the child.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Oct 21, 2025): “Mother of child was contacted to provide the health insurance coverage and policy number.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Sep 3, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Clean and good repair 55 Pa. Code §3270.102(a)
In the Game Room, two plastic bins containing children's toys were observed to be cracked with rough edges and were not in good repair.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 6, 2024): “Upon citation, the bins were removed.”
Citation Sep 3, 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)
Staff person #1 has not had a health assessment conducted within the last 24 months. The most recent health assessment on file for staff person #1 is dated 8/26/22.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 6, 2024): “Upon citation the staff member competed and submitted their updated health assessment.”
Citation Sep 3, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Fire safety - 1 yr. 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(ii)
Staff persons #2 and #3 have not had fire safety training within the last 12 months. The most recent fire safety training on file for staff person #2 is dated 8/15/23, and staff person #3 is dated 8/26/23.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 6, 2024): “Upon citation, the fire safety trainings were completed and submitted.”
Citation Sep 3, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Each child care space 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(c)
Emergency contact information was not present in the Preschool room where children were observed receiving care.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 6, 2024): “Upon citation, the emergency contact form was printed and added to the classroom's emergency contact binder.”
Citation Sep 21, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
Heat Source 55 Pa. Code §3270.71
The heat was on in the Maker Space and Gross Motor classrooms at the time of the inspection. The plastic lattice covering the radiators had large areas where a child could reach through with their fingers or a small hand. Though they had the plastic lattice coving them, the radiators were able to be reached due to spacing in the lattice and the heat from the radiators were unable to be touched as they exceeded 110° F.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 14, 2023): “Upon citation, those rooms were closed until new and improved lattice could be added.”
Citation Sep 21, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
Emergency Numbers Posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.74
The art room and the desk in the computer room did not contain the telephone numbers of the nearest hospital, police department, fire department, ambulance and poison control center shall be posted by the telephone.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 9, 2023): “Upon citation, the posting was moved closer to the phone.”
Citation Sep 21, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
In child care spaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.75(a)
The Maker Space and Art classrooms did not contain first aid kits.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 14, 2023): “Upon citation, stationary first aid kits have been added to Art and Makerspace classrooms.”
Citation Sep 21, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
Inaccessible to children 55 Pa. Code §3270.75(b)
The backpack containing the first aid kit was on a table, accessible to children who were having snack in the Cafe.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 9, 2023): “Upon citation, the lock was replaced on the first aid kit backpack after use.”
Citation Sep 21, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76
The plastic lattice covering the radiator in the Maker Space classroom was broken.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 14, 2023): “Upon citation, those rooms were closed until new and improved lattice could be added.”
Citation Sep 21, 2023 Inspection Health & medication
12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(a)
The health assessments of facility person #1 exceeded 24 months (10/10/2020 and 1/31/2023).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 9, 2023): “The violation was already corrected upon citation with the new health assessment already in place.”
Citation Sep 21, 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)
Testing of the wireless interconnected fire detection system exceeded 30 days on multiple occasions (12/2/2022 to 1/6/2023 to 2/13/2023, 3/2/2023 to 4/3/2023, 5/1/2023 to 6/1/2023 to 7/3/2023. The annual inspection of the wired fire detection system from 11/2022 stated the system was inoperable.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 9, 2023): “Upon citation these lapses in testing were corrected by the most recent test on file.”
Citation Sep 21, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Arrival/departure times 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(4)
The financial agreement of child #1 did not contain their arrival and departure times.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 14, 2023): “Upon citation, arrival and departure times were added to the child financial agreement.”
Citation Sep 21, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Physician name, address, phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(2)
The emergency contact form of child #1 did not contain the name, address and telephone number of the child's physician.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 14, 2023): “Upon citation, emergency contact information was added in entirely.”
Citation Sep 21, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Name/address/phone release person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(7)
The emergency contact form of child #1 did not contain release addresses for each individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 14, 2023): “Upon citation, emergency contact information was added in entirely.”
Citation Sep 21, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Building Codes 55 Pa. Code §3270.15(a)
Based on the annual inspection of the wired fire detection system for the building completed by ABC Fire Extinguisher on 11/21/2022, it was determined the system was unable to be tested due to faulty parts which are no longer available, which caused noncompliance with the occupancy permit.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 14, 2023): “Upon citation, a meeting was held to determine what steps to take with OCDEL, local officials, and landlord. Items were identified to maintain compliance.”
Citation Sep 21, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)(10)
Documentation of acceptable pediatric first aid and pediatric CPR of facility person #1 was dated 6/5/2023, which is more than 90 days from their start date with children (see coded LIS sheet).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 9, 2023): “This violation was already corrected with staff 1's most current first aid and CPR certification.”
Citation Sep 14, 2022 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
The facility did not have documentation continuity of operations included in their emergency plan.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 21, 2022): “Upon citation, a continuity of operations plan was clearly outlined and placed in both the emergency plan and employee handbook.”
Citation Sep 14, 2022 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(6)
The facility had documentation of an emergency drill dated 1/10/2022 but did not have documented between 12/19/2020 and 12/19/2021.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 21, 2022): “This citation is already corrected as an emergency drill was conducted in January 2022.”
Citation Sep 14, 2022 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Written record 55 Pa. Code §3270.94(a)(9)
Documentation of fire drills contains the number of facility persons participating in the fire drill but does not include the names of the facility persons participating.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 29, 2022): “Upon citation, Director reviewed how to properly conduct fire drills every 30 days.”
Citation Sep 14, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Physician name, address, phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(2)
The emergency contact forms of child #1, 2, 3 and 4 did not include the name, address, and telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 29, 2022): “Upon citation, emergency contact forms for children 1, 2, 3, and 4 were updated to reflect their pediatrician information.”
Citation Sep 14, 2022 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training/Exp, educ., training at facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)/3270.192(2)(iii)
The file of facility person #1 contained 7 hours of child care training in their annual year of 12/19/2020 and 12/19/2021 (see coded LIS sheet) and contained an additional 2 hours (1 hour dated 8/25/2022 and 1 hour dated 9/12/2022) after their annual training year. Facility person #1 still lacks 3 training hours in child care training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 21, 2022): “Upon citation, facility person #1 searched and registered for professional development in order to meet hours requirement.”
Core safety Jul 7, 2022 Other state visit Supervision
Included in ratio/annual training 55 Pa. Code §3270.115(a)(8)
In the swimming pool, facility person #1 was supervising 6 children with documentation of water safety training dated 5/4/2021, which is expired.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 11, 2022): “Supervision responsibilities were passed off to a water safety certified staff member immediately upon citation. On the next day, facility person #1 completed the water safety certification, bringing her compliance current.”
Citation Jul 7, 2022 Other state visit Records & paperwork
Signed parental consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(6)
Though the facility had signed parental consent for transportation on the emergency contact information, the 43 children at the swimming pool did not have signed parental consent to swim.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 21, 2022): “Upon citation, a supplemental swimming and wading permission slip was created and shared with all clubhouse administration to ensure all children attending swimming excursions are permitted to do so by their parent/guardian.”

“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
Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) $65.00 $55.00
Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) $70.00 $29.00
Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.) $70.00 $29.00

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 102 children
Certificate status Regular (COMPASS: awaiting renewal)
Certificate valid through Dec 18, 2026
Keystone STARS STAR 4
since Aug 26, 2025 · what STARS means
Operator Boys And Girls Clubs Of Western PA
Hours Monday–Friday 6:30 AM–6:00 PM How Pennsylvania centers’ hours compare
Phone (412) 821-5779
State certificate # CER-00249522
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Common questions

Has Northern Area Boys & Girls Clubhouse had any serious violations?

Pennsylvania cited 1 violation 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 7, 2022 (supervision): “In the swimming pool, facility person #1 was supervising 6 children with documentation of water safety training dated 5/4/2021, which is expired.” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.

Have there been complaints about Northern Area Boys & Girls Clubhouse?

Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at Northern Area Boys & Girls Clubhouse since 2021. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.

What is Northern Area Boys & Girls Clubhouse’s Keystone STARS rating?

STAR 4, effective Aug 26, 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 Northern Area Boys & Girls Clubhouse compare with other daycares in Pittsburgh?

It is #60 of 251 centers in Pittsburgh by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 57% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.

When was Northern Area Boys & Girls Clubhouse last inspected?

Sep 18, 2026 (unannounced monitoring). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.

How much does Northern Area Boys & Girls Clubhouse cost?

It reported full-time daily rates of $65.00 for preschool, $70.00 for young school-age, $70.00 for older school-age in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.

Who runs Northern Area Boys & Girls Clubhouse?

The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Boys And Girls Clubs Of Western PA.

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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