Pride Preparatory Academy Childcare Center LLC
Pride Preparatory Academy Childcare Center LLC is a certified child care center in Pittsburgh, PA, with capacity for 40 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 1 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 5 times. The state cited 36 violations, 2 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for records & paperwork (15 of 36). 20 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 #87 of 251 centers in Pittsburgh and has more citations per inspection than 70% of Pennsylvania certified centers.
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*SECOND VIOLATION The file for Staff Person #1 does not contain documentation of current pediatric first aid/CPR training. This is evidenced by the previously documented pediatric first aid/CPR training on file being dated 8/16/23. Previously cited in SIN-00276445 on 11/6/25.
*SECOND VIOLATION The file for Staff Person #1 lacked documentation of fire safety training within the last 12 months. Previously cited on SIN-00276445 on 11/6/25.
*SECOND VIOLATION The emergency contact form in the file for child #1 did not contain documentation of the policy number for the health insurance coverage for the child. Previously cited on SIN-00276445 on 11/6/25.
The file for Staff Person #1 lacked documentation of FBI clearance results. The most recent FBI clearance results on file were observed to be dated 5/18/20, which have expired.
The first aid kit in Room 1 did not contain soap and tape, and the first aid kit in Room 2 did not contain soap.
The diapering mat in Room 2 was observed to be tearing, exposing the interior and was not in good repair.
In Room 2, a soiled diaper was observed in a hands-free covered can but was not plastic-lined.
The file for Staff Person #1 lacked documentation of a health assessment conducted at initial employment (See LIS Code Sheet).
The fire detection system has not been tested within the last 30 days. The most recent documented testing on file at the facility at the time of inspection was dated 4/8/25.
The files for children #2, #4, and #5 did not contain documentation of an initial health report and have been enrolled for more than 60 days following the first day of attendance at the facility.
The file for child #3 did not contain documentation of an initial health report and has been enrolled more than 60 days following the first day of attendance at the facility.
The file for Staff Person #2 does not contain documentation of current pediatric first aid/CPR training. This is evidenced by the previously documented pediatric first aid/CPR training on file being dated 8/16/23.
The file for Staff Person #2 lacked documentation of fire safety training within the last 12 months.
The file for Staff Person #1, identified as an Assistant Group Supervisor, lacked qualification documents for the position in which the staff person is performing.
The emergency contact form in the file for child #1 did not contain emergency contact information on who shall be contacted in an emergency.
The emergency contact form in the file for child #4 did not contain documentation of the address of the child's physician.
The emergency contact forms in the files for children #3 and #4 did not contain documentation of the enrolling parent's work address and telephone number.
The emergency contact form in the file for child #5 did not contain documentation on the child's special needs that is needed in an emergency situation.
The emergency contact form in the file for child #2 did not contain documentation of the policy number for the health insurance coverage for the child.
The emergency contact forms in the files for children #2 and #3 did not contain documentation of the addresses designated by the parent to whom the child may be released. The emergency contact form in the file for child #4 did not include documentation of the addresses and telephone numbers designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
The emergency contact form in the file for child #2 has not been reviewed or updated by the parent within the last 6 months.
The files for children #1, #2, and #5 did not contain documentation of signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child. The files for children #1 and #2 did not contain documentation of signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff.
The files for children #2 and #4 did not contain a copy of an initial financial agreement form between the parent and the operator.
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The file for staff person #1 did not include documentation of a health assessment conducted at initial employment (See LIS Code Sheet).
The file for staff person #1 did not include documentation of a TB screening and the results of the screening at initial employment (See LIS Code Sheet).
Two children were observed in care at the time of inspection with only staff person #1 present at the facility.
The facility's emergency plan was not posted in the facility at a conspicuous location.
In Room 1, the receptacle near the door contained trash that was observed to be contaminated by human secretion was plastic-lined but did not have a closed lid.
A handwashing sign was not posted near the toilet in the children's restroom next to the Gym. A handwashing sign was not posted near the diapering area in Room 1.
Written notification of safe routes was not posted in a conspicuous location in the child care facility.
The operator did not have documentation of testing the fire detection system within the last 30 days. The most recent testing was 8/19/24.
The operator did not have documentation of sending a copy of the facility's emergency plan to the local municipality and to the county emergency management agency.
The emergency contact forms in the files for children #1 and #2 did not include the enrolling parents work address and telephone number.
The emergency contact form in the file for child #2 did not include the health insurance policy number.
The emergency contact form in the file for child #2 did not include the addresses of the individuals designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
In Room 1, emergency contact information was not present in the child care space where children were observed receiving care.
A written plan identifying the means of transporting a child to emergency care and staffing provisions in the event of an emergency was not posted in Room 1, Room 2, and in the Gym.
The facility's current certificate of compliance was not posted in the facility.
The operator lacked documentation of proof of purchase of the fire detection system.
“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 |
|---|---|---|
| Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) | $64.54 | $51.68 |
| Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) | $63.29 | $50.22 |
| Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) | $58.37 | $46.24 |
| Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) | $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.
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Common questions
Has Pride Preparatory Academy Childcare Center LLC 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 Nov 6, 2025 (background checks): “The file for Staff Person #1 lacked documentation of FBI clearance results. The most recent FBI clearance results on file were observed to be dated 5/18/20, which have expired.” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.
Have there been complaints about Pride Preparatory Academy Childcare Center LLC?
Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at Pride Preparatory Academy Childcare Center LLC since 2021. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.
What is Pride Preparatory Academy Childcare Center LLC’s Keystone STARS rating?
STAR 1, effective Feb 28, 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 Pride Preparatory Academy Childcare Center LLC compare with other daycares in Pittsburgh?
It is tied for #87 of 251 centers in Pittsburgh by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 70% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.
When was Pride Preparatory Academy Childcare Center LLC last inspected?
Jan 16, 2026 (unannounced monitoring). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.
How much does Pride Preparatory Academy Childcare Center LLC cost?
It reported full-time daily rates of $64.54 for young toddler, $63.29 for older toddler, $58.37 for preschool, $51.97 for young school-age in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.
Who runs Pride Preparatory Academy Childcare Center LLC?
The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Pride Preparatory Academy Childcare 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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