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Prep and Tech Childcare Center

100 Mulberry Ln, Pittsburgh, PA 15235 · Allegheny County
1 core-safety citation in last 12 months Keystone STAR 2

Prep and Tech Childcare Center is a certified child care center in Pittsburgh, PA, with capacity for 34 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 2 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 5 times. The state cited 35 violations, 2 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for records & paperwork (12 of 35). 14 citations came in the last 12 months, including 1 on a core-safety topic. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is tied for #81 of 251 centers in Pittsburgh and has more citations per inspection than 68% of Pennsylvania certified centers.

Inspection record

More citations than 68% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. More citations than most
Tied for #81 of 251 centers in Pittsburgh
2 Core-safety citations
33 Other citations
5 Inspections
0 Complaint investigations that found violations
35 citations from 5 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · 14 in the last 12 months · last inspected May 27, 2026

Every state visit

2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom) May 27, 2026 · Inspection · citation found May 29, 2025 · Inspection · citation found Dec 12, 2024 · Inspection · citation found Aug 9, 2024 · Inspection · citation found May 3, 2024 · Inspection · citation found
Violation found No violation Top row: inspections · bottom row: complaint investigations, self-reported incidents and other visits

What inspectors cited most

Records & paperwork 12
Building & playground safety 7
Health & medication 6
Training & qualifications 5
Emergency preparedness 2
Background checks 1
Transportation 1
Staff ratios 1

Citations, newest first

Core safety May 27, 2026 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)
The DHS FBI clearance for staff #1 is dated 5/4/26, which is after their date of hire (see LIS code sheet). Staff person #2 lacks a Child Abuse clearance, and has a PA State Police clearance dated 5/27/26, which is after their date of hire (see LIS code sheet). The NSOR certificate for staff #4 is dated 10/17/25, which is after their date of hire (see LIS code sheet).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 16, 2026): “Staff #1 has a current DHS FBI clearance and staff #2 has obtained a Child Abuse clearance. Staff #4 has a current NSOR certificate.”
Citation May 27, 2026 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Training regarding plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(c)
Emergency plan training for staff #5 is dated 5/6/26, which is more than 90 days after their date of hire (see LIS code sheet).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 16, 2026): “Staff #5 has current emergency plan training.”
Citation May 27, 2026 Inspection Health & medication
Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(b)(2)
The current health assessment for child #2 is dated 5/6/26, which is more than 12 months after the previous health assessment that is dated 1/10/25. The current health assessment for child #3 is dated 5/13/26, which is more than 12 months after the previous health assessment that is dated 11/12/24.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 16, 2026): “Child #2 and child #3 have current health assessments.”
Citation May 27, 2026 Inspection Health & medication
Child's health history 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(d)(1)
Child #4 does not have a health assessment on file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 24, 2026): “Child #4 will obtain a health assessment.”
Citation May 27, 2026 Inspection Health & medication
12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(a)
Staff person #1 and #2 do not have documentation of health assessments. Staff #4 has a health assessment dated 10/15/25, which is after the date they began working in a childcare position (see LIS code sheet) The current health assessment for staff person #3 is dated 4/28/24, which is more than 24 months ago.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 16, 2026): “Health assessment documentation has been received for Staff # 1&2”
Citation May 27, 2026 Inspection Health & medication
Mantoux TB 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(c)(2)
Staff person #1 and #2 do not have documentation of tuberculosis testing. Staff person #4 has documentation of negative tuberculosis results dated 10/15/25, which is after their initial employment (see LIS code sheet).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 16, 2026): “Staff #1 and #2 have obtained documentation of tuberculosis testing.”
Citation May 27, 2026 Inspection Transportation
Pick-up and drop-off points 55 Pa. Code §3270.171(a)
An annual written notification to local traffic safety authorities of location of facility and programs use of pedestrian and vehicular routes around the facility was not observed at the renewal inspection.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 16, 2026): “An updated traffic letter was produced and sent to local traffic safety authorities.”
Citation May 27, 2026 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(i)
The current pediatric first aid and CPR training for staff #3 is dated 3/19/26, which is more than 24 months after the previous training that is dated 3/8/24.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 16, 2026): “Staff #3 has current pediatric first aid and CPR training.”
Citation May 27, 2026 Inspection Training & qualifications
Fire safety - 1 yr. 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(ii)
Staff #3 and #4 have annual fire-safety training dated 2/6/25, which is more than one year ago
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 16, 2026): “Staff #3 and staff #4 have obtained fire-safety training.”
Citation May 27, 2026 Inspection Training & qualifications
HS/GED + 2 yrs 55 Pa. Code §3270.36(b)(5)
The file for staff #2, an assistant group supervisor, does not include documentation showing that a high school diploma or GED was obtained.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 24, 2026): “Transcripts will be obtained for Staff # 2.”
Citation May 27, 2026 Inspection Training & qualifications
8th grade + 2 yrs 55 Pa. Code §3270.37(b)(3)
The file for staff #1, an aide, does not include documentation showing that at least an 8th-grade education was obtained.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 27, 2026): “Staff #1 will obtain high school transcripts.”
Citation May 27, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Physician name, address, phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(2)
The emergency contact information for child #1 did not include the name and phone number of physician/medical care.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 16, 2026): “The emergency contact form for child #1 has been updated to include all required information.”
Citation May 27, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Written consent 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(4)
The emergency contact information for child #1 and child #2 lacked a parent signature for consent for emergency medical care.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 16, 2026): “Emergency contact forms for child #1 and child #2 have been signed for consent for emergency medical care.”
Citation May 27, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(5)
The emergency contact information for child #1 and child #2 lacked a parent signature for consent to minor first aid.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 16, 2026): “Emergency contact forms for child #1 and child #2 have been updated to include a parent signature for consent to minor first aid.”
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Citation May 29, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
Completed or signed by physician, PA, or CRNP 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(c)
The health assessment for child #1 was not written, signed, and dated by a physician, physician's assistant, or a CRNP.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 17, 2025): “Code 3270.131(c) The health assessment form for child # 1 has been updated and signed by the physician office”
Citation May 29, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
Health information 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(a)
Child #5, a school-aged child, does not have an initial health report on file, and has been enrolled longer than 60 days (see LIS code sheet).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 17, 2025): “code 3270.131(a) The health assessment form for child #5 has been updated and signed by the physician and parent.”
Citation May 29, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Amount of fee 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(1)
The agreement for child #5 did not include the amount of the fee to be charged per day or per week.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 16, 2025): “Code 3270.123(a)(1) Child #5 enrollment packet has been updated to include the amount of the fee to be charged weekly.”
Citation May 29, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Services proceeded 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(3)
The file for child #1 did not include a child service report form to provide information to the family about the child's growth and development.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 27, 2025): “Code 3270.123(a)(3) A child service report was completed for Child #1 and reviewed with the Parent on 6/5/2025.”
Citation May 29, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Parent home/work address, phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(3)
The emergency contact information for child #2 and child #5 did not include the enrolling parent's work address or work telephone number.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 16, 2025): “Code 3270.123(a)(3) The employment contact information has been updated on the enrollment form for child #2 & Child # 3. in both cases the information was N/A.”
Citation May 29, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Information re: special needs 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(5)
The emergency contact information for child #2, child #4, and child #5 did not include information on the child's special needs, as specified by the child's parent, physician, physician's assistant, or CRNP, which is needed in an emergency situation.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 16, 2025): “Code 3270.124 (b)(5) The emergency contact information for child # 2, child #4, and child #5 have been received and updated with the enrollment packet.”
Citation May 29, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Insurance coverage information 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(6)
The emergency contact information for child #2 did not include the health insurance coverage and policy number.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 16, 2025): “Code: 3270.124(b)(6) The health care coverage and policy number for child #2 has been received and updated on the enrollment form.”
Citation May 29, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Name/address/phone release person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(7)
The emergency contact information for child #5 did not include the address and telephone numbers of release persons designated by the parent.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 16, 2025): “Code 3270.124(b)(7) The emergency contact information for the release designated person by the parents have been updated to include telephone numbers and addresses.”
Citation May 29, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Updated every 6 months 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(f)
The records for child #1, child #2, and child #5 did not include documentation showing the emergency contact information and financial agreement were reviewed and updated within 6 months of the enrollment dates.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 16, 2025): “Code 3270.124 (f) The emergency contact information and financial agreement will be reviewed with the parents of Child #1, Child # 2, and Child # 5 immediately.”
Citation May 29, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(3)
The emergency contact information for child #1, child #2, #3 did not include written consent for emergency care signed by a parent.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 17, 2025): “Code 3270.182(3) The emergency contact information for child #1, child #2, and child #3 have been updated to include the parent signatures for emergency medical care.”
Citation May 29, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(5)
The emergency contact information for+. child #1, child #2, and child #2 did not include signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 17, 2025): “Code 3270.182(5) the emergency contact information for child #1, child #2, have been updated to include the parent signatures for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff.”
Core safety Dec 12, 2024 Inspection Staff ratios
Two facility persons present in facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.54(a)
Upon arrival at the facility at approximately 1:15 pm, only one staff/facility person was present. There were four children in care at that time.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 17, 2025): “Schedules were adjusted to ensure there is no lapse in coverage, and two staff people will be present when there are two or more children in care.”
Citation Dec 12, 2024 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Plan posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(d)
The emergency plan was not posted in the facility at a conspicuous location.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 16, 2024): “The following document was posted on 12/12/24; Dear: Prep & Tech parents Our emergency plan is available for review upon request, please speak with Management.”
Citation Dec 12, 2024 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): Pediatric first aid and CPR.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 18, 2024): “Staff Person in violation missed her Cpr training scheduled on 11/23/24. Pediatric first aid and CPR training has been rescheduled for 12/18/24, in the event, that the staff member does not complete her training she will be removed from the schedule until further notice.”
Citation Aug 9, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Locked or inaccessible 55 Pa. Code §3270.66(a)
An unlocked closet accessible to children in the hallway contained bleach spray cleaner and glass cleaner.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 29, 2024): “55 PA Code Chapter 3270.66(a): plan of correction: cleaning materials are stored in the slop sink area away from the classroom. we have installed a safety knob cover to prevent access to the children.”
Citation May 3, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.21
Observed knives and adult scissors, which would be accessible if children were in care, on the counter and in the drawers in the unlocked kitchen, which is attached to Classroom 2.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 23, 2024): “Knives and scissors were removed and placed in the upper cabinets out of the reach and not accessible to children and a new lock installed on the kitchen door.”
Citation May 3, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Locked or inaccessible 55 Pa. Code §3270.66(a)
Observed bleach and all-purpose cleaners, which would be accessible if children were in care, in an unlocked cabinet under the sink in the kitchen, which is connected to Classroom 2 and unlocked. Observed cans of paint, which would be accessible if children were in care, in the hallway and outside steps of the rear fire exit.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 23, 2024): “cleaning and toxic materials will be secured in the same location by using self-locking cable ties and the kitchen door will be locked at all times. Signage will be placed on the door as a reminder to staff members. Exit egress will be cleared of trash and paint cans.”
Citation May 3, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76
Observed discolored ceiling tiles from potential water damage in the right corner of Classroom 2 and above the HVAC Vent in the hallway near the rear fire exit.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 23, 2024): “Discolored ceiling tiles in classroom 2 and above HVAC replaced.”
Citation May 3, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
No peeling paint or plaster 55 Pa. Code §3270.77(a)
Observed flaking plaster from a hole in the wall on the hallway side of Classroom 2. Observed peeling paint in the hall by rear fire exit below HVAC unit and above baseboard.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 23, 2024): “The above areas in violations were corrected by scraping, patching and painting walls.”
Citation May 3, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Stairs, exits, etc. unobstructed 55 Pa. Code §3270.91(a)
Observed cans of paint, buckets and mop handles in the hallway and outside steps, which serves as the rear fire exit.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 23, 2024): “All items has been removed from the fire exit egress.”
Citation May 3, 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)
The facility did not have a proof of purchase of file for the interconnected fire alarm system.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 23, 2024): “Attestation form completed. The system was purchased by the previous owner and not provided to the current owner.”

“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) $58.37 $46.24
Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) $51.97 $35.97
Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.) $51.97 $35.97

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 34 children
Certificate status Regular
Certificate valid through Aug 29, 2027
Keystone STARS STAR 2
since Oct 16, 2025 · what STARS means
Operator Grant & Dennison Enterprises LLC
Hours Monday–Friday 6:00 AM–6:30 PM How Pennsylvania centers’ hours compare
Phone (412) 727-1328
State certificate # CER-00258767
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Common questions

Has Prep and Tech Childcare Center had any serious violations?

Pennsylvania cited 2 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 May 27, 2026 (background checks): “The DHS FBI clearance for staff #1 is dated 5/4/26, which is after their date of hire (see LIS code sheet). Staff person #2 lacks a Child Abuse clearance, and has a PA State Police clearance dated 5/27/26, which is…” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.

Have there been complaints about Prep and Tech Childcare Center?

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

What is Prep and Tech Childcare Center’s Keystone STARS rating?

STAR 2, effective Oct 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 Prep and Tech Childcare Center compare with other daycares in Pittsburgh?

It is tied for #81 of 251 centers in Pittsburgh by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 68% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.

When was Prep and Tech Childcare Center last inspected?

May 27, 2026 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.

How much does Prep and Tech Childcare Center cost?

It reported full-time daily rates of $58.37 for preschool, $51.97 for young school-age, $51.97 for older school-age in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.

Who runs Prep and Tech Childcare Center?

The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Grant & Dennison Enterprises LLC.

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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