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Royal Kids Academy Early Learning Center

517 Brookline Blvd, Pittsburgh, PA 15226 · Allegheny County
2 core-safety citations in last 12 months Keystone STAR 1

Royal Kids Academy Early Learning Center is a certified child care center in Pittsburgh, PA, with capacity for 25 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 1 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 6 times. The state cited 66 violations, 5 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for records & paperwork (15 of 66). 21 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 #181 of 251 centers in Pittsburgh and has more citations per inspection than 92% of Pennsylvania certified centers.

Inspection record

More citations than 92% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. Among the most cited
Tied for #181 of 251 centers in Pittsburgh
5 Core-safety citations
61 Other citations
6 Inspections
0 Complaint investigations that found violations
66 citations from 7 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · 21 in the last 12 months · last inspected Apr 21, 2026

Every state visit

2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom) Apr 21, 2026 · Inspection · citation found Apr 1, 2025 · Inspection · citation found Dec 23, 2024 · Inspection · citation found Dec 23, 2024 · Report/investigation · no citation Jul 24, 2024 · Inspection · citation found May 21, 2024 · Inspection · citation found Sep 20, 2023 · 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 15
Building & playground safety 14
Health & medication 14
Training & qualifications 9
Emergency preparedness 4
Food & feeding 4
Background checks 3
Sleep safety 1
Transportation 1
Supervision 1

Citations, newest first

Core safety Apr 21, 2026 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)
The files for Staff #4 and Staff #5 did not contain the required out-of-state clearances, and no applications for those clearances were available.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 8, 2026): “Staff #4 and Staff #5 were asked to provide copies of determined missing out-of-state clearances for verification and filing purposes. The Director shall work directly with newly hired staff to obtain copies of the required clearances and ensure all documentation is maintained in the personnel…”
Core safety Apr 21, 2026 Inspection Sleep safety
Prohibit items in crib 55 Pa. Code §3270.106(j)
In the Young Toddler Room, an infant was sleeping on a Baby Lounger with soft, plushy, pillowy sides around the lounger, which is a smothering hazard.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 15, 2026): “Staff were instructed not to place infants who appear sleepy in a baby lounger for risk of baby falling asleep. Staff received training that infants can only be in loungers when the infant is wide awake and with careful supervision.”
Citation Apr 21, 2026 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Training regarding plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(c)
The Emergency Plan did not contain language regarding volunteers.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 8, 2026): “Volunteer language was added to the emergency plan.”
Citation Apr 21, 2026 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Letter to parents 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(e)
As confirmed by the operator, a letter was not provided to the parent of each enrolled child, explaining the emergency procedures.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 8, 2026): “The emergency transportation letter for families was expanded to include details of the emergency procedures. The new letter will replace the former letter issued to parents and will be issued during orientation as well as posted in parent corners.”
Citation Apr 21, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
40 square feet wall-to-wall/Space may not be occupied by infant or young toddler 55 Pa. Code §3270.61(c)/3270.61(h)(2)(iii)
In the Young Toddler Room, with a measured capacity for six (6) children, there were five (5) preschoolers, one (1) older toddler, one (1) young toddler, and two (2) infants. Capacity was exceeded with infants and young toddlers in the room, and it was also not noted on the daily schedule.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 21, 2026): “Staff trained to include " Double Capacity" on classroom schedules if doubling capacity for nap time. Capacity will not be exceeded other than at the allowable times and when it is on the daily schedule. Capacity will never be exceeded when infants or young toddlers are in the room.”
Citation Apr 21, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Space safe for large muscle activity/Unsafe Areas in Outdoor Space 55 Pa. Code §3270.62(c)/3270.63
In the outdoor play space, there were multiple hazards for children in care: eleven (11) large wood pallets against the wooden fence which created a scraping hazard, a broken metal vent on the adjacent building wall which created a cutting/scraping hazard, broken cement at the edge of the porch pad - approximately 1' high which created a tripping/scraping hazard, a bolt - approximately 3" high - was sticking up from the asphalt near the hose which created a cutting/scraping/tripping hazard, and the hose was unrolled and on the ground in the play space which created a tripping hazard.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 15, 2026): “The operator will contact the building owner regarding all identified maintenance repairs. Wood pallets will be removed from the area. The broken metal vent located on the adjacent building wall will be removed immediately and replaced with a safer plastic vent cover. A hose holder will be…”
Citation Apr 21, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Has all items 55 Pa. Code §3270.75(c)
The first-aid kit, located in the Infant Room, did not contain tweezers. The first-aid kit, located in the Older Toddler Room, did not contain nonporous gloves.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 15, 2026): “Tweezers were added to the first-aid kit in the Infant Room, and gloves were added to the first-aid kit in the Older Toddler Room.”
Citation Apr 21, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76
The space between the Infant Room and the Young Toddler Room contained a soft, uneven section of the floor, which posed a tripping hazard for children in care.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 8, 2026): “The operator will contact the owner regarding the flooring in the section of the flooring in the infant room. The infant room will immediately not be utilized to care for children until fixed. The owner and/or operator shall fix the flooring by 5/17/2026.”
Citation Apr 21, 2026 Inspection Health & medication
2 feet apart 55 Pa. Code §3270.106(f)
In the Infant Room, two (2) feet of space was not located on three (3) sides of the occupied cribs. In the Preschool Room, two (2) feet of space was not located on three (3) sides of all occupied cots.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 15, 2026): “During rest time teachers use a measuring device such as a ruler or measuring tape to measure for 2 feet of space on 3 sides of rest equipment.”
Citation Apr 21, 2026 Inspection Health & medication
Completed or signed by physician, PA, or CRNP 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(c)
The Health Assessment, in the file for Child #2, did not include the signature or professional title of the physician, physician's assistant or CRNP, making it invalid.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 8, 2026): “An electronic signature of the child's doctor and title was provided on the health assessment, however, after the inspection the director informed child's parents that a written signature was requested. If the signature is not obtained by 5/29/2026 the family may be asked to pause services until…”
Citation Apr 21, 2026 Inspection Health & medication
Disposable diapers 55 Pa. Code §3270.135(a)(3)
In the Young Toddler Room, the garbage can was broken, which caused the lid not to open when stepping on the lever, therefore, it was not hands-free.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 15, 2026): “The garbage can was replaced with a non-broken hands free garbage can.”
Citation Apr 21, 2026 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 two (2) most recent Health Assessments in the file for Staff #3 exceeded the 24-month renewal requirement. The file for Staff #4 did not contain a dated Health Assessment, therefore, the date of assessment could not be determined, making it invalid.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 15, 2026): “Upon review of the file, the health assessment for Staff#3 exceeded the 24 month renewal requirement. Education was provided that the renewal date must be exactly 24 months or less from the former health assessment. Staff #4 informed that the date was missing from the health exam. Staff#4 was asked…”
Citation Apr 21, 2026 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 files for Staff #1, Staff #2, and Staff #3 contained Fire Safety Training on 3.3.25 and 4.3.26, which exceeded the annual requirement.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 15, 2026): “Fire safety training will be completed on or before the anniversary date of the previous training. Training language has been updated from "annually" to specifically require completion by or before the anniversary date of the previous training in the policy.”
Citation Apr 21, 2026 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 #4 contained documentation of classification as an assistant group supervisor, but did not contain documentation of child care experience, so it was unable to be determined if Staff #4 qualified as an AGS.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 15, 2026): “Upon review, the staff member was functioning in an orientation/training Teaching Aide role at the time of inspection. The title "Lead Teacher" was written by the staff member on the Shaken Baby Syndrome training and quiz documentation, which resulted in an incomplete assessment of the staff…”
Citation Apr 21, 2026 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 #5 contained documentation of classification as an aide, but did not contain any documentation of education or child care experience, so it was unable to be determined if Staff #5 qualified as an aide.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 15, 2026): “Upon review, the employee's education documentation was confirmed to be maintained within the electronic personnel file; however, copies had not yet been placed in the employee's hard file at the time of inspection. The documentation was immediately printed and added to the hard file.”
Citation Apr 21, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Physician name, address, phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(2)
The Emergency Contact Form, in the file for Child #1, did not include the name of the physician or source of medical care.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 15, 2026): “Upon review, the child's medical insurance card containing the Primary Care Physician information was confirmed to be present and filed in the child's record at the time of inspection; however, the information had not yet been transferred to the emergency contact form. The emergency contact form…”
Citation Apr 21, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Parent home/work address, phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(3)
The Emergency Contact Form, in the file for Child #1, did not include the work address or work phone number of the enrolling parent. The Emergency Contact Form, in the file for Child #3, did not include the work phone number of the enrolling parent.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 29, 2026): “Child's mother added her work address and telephone number to the Emergency Contact form.”
Citation Apr 21, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Each child care space 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(c)
Emergency contact information was not located in the Older Toddler Room when children were present in that space.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 15, 2026): “Teachers have been provided with a travel bag containing a portable emergency contact book to use during classroom transitions and outings, allowing the primary emergency contact book to remain in the classroom. "Return to Classroom" tags were also placed on all Emergency Contact Books.”
Citation Apr 21, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
The file for Staff #5 did not include any nonfamily references.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 15, 2026): “Hard copies of the electronic references from 3-16-2026 and 3-23-2026 were printed and filed in secured hard file.”
Citation Apr 21, 2026 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training - Emergency preparedness/Exp, educ., training at facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)(7)/3270.192(2)(iii)
The file for Staff #1 (see IS Code Sheet) contained documentation of Emergency Plan Training on 3.31.26, which exceeded 90 days of hire. The file for Staff #2 (see IS Code Sheet) contained documentation of Emergency Plan Training on 3.24.25, which exceeded 90 days of hire.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 15, 2026): “Documentation from previous Emergency Plan trainings was transferred from a file folder to each staff member's personnel file and maintained with the current training documentation.”
Citation Apr 21, 2026 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 #2 did not contain documentation of 12 clock hours of child care training between 10.15.24 and 10.14.25, as only 1 1/2 hours were provided.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 29, 2026): “Staff member #2 shall obtain 10 1/2 hours of training to cover the timeframe of 10/15/2024 to 10/14/2025. These trainings shall be completed by 5/26/2026. Then for the timeframe of 10/15/2025-10/14/2026 another 12 hours of training to be completed.”
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Core safety Apr 1, 2025 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
Although the file for Staff #1 contained a complete State Police Clearances at the time of inspection, it was observed that the file lacked a request for the State Police Clearance dated prior to the date that Staff #1 began working with children. The file for Staff #3, a volunteer, lacked a NSOR Certificate.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 10, 2025): “Staff#1 had a copy of State Police Clearance from 3/2023 in digital file and a hard copy of clearance ordered through RKAELC from 3/2025. A copy of the digital version was printed and filed in hard copy folder. The volunteer was immediately removed from volunteering pending hard copy results. Copy…”
Citation Apr 1, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Play space - 65 square feet/child 55 Pa. Code §3270.62(b)
At 10:00 AM, 15 children, ranging from infants to preschool aged children, were observed receiving care in the Outdoor play space that has a designated maximum capacity of 14.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 10, 2025): “Maximum capacity notices displayed throughout licensed spaces by the director. Teachers, directors, staff persons will ensure that the maximum capacity for each space is not exceeded and will use a check sheet to monitor for compliance in the indoor/outdoor space.”
Citation Apr 1, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Unsafe Areas in Outdoor Space 55 Pa. Code §3270.63
The one end of the facilities outdoor play space is open to a parking lot where individuals entering the facility pull to park their cars. There is no barrier to prevent the children from entering the parking lot.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 18, 2025): “In addition to staff serving as a barrier to help keep children from unsafe areas or conditions a second fence will be installed. Staff will utilize indoor space for gross motor play.”
Citation Apr 1, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Locked or inaccessible 55 Pa. Code §3270.66(a)
In the Infant Room, 2000 Flushes Blue Plus Bleach Tablets labeled, "Keep out of the reach of children" were observed on a low shelf accessible to children.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 10, 2025): “The Infant Room was not being utilized at the time of finding with a gate blocking accessibility for children. The director ensured the materials were locked away.”
Citation Apr 1, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
In child care spaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.75(a)
The Infant Room lacked a first aid kit in the childcare space.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 10, 2025): “Although the space was not being used at the time of finding a first aid kit was placed into the space.”
Citation Apr 1, 2025 Inspection Food & feeding
Refrigerator 55 Pa. Code §3270.107
The refrigerator in the kitchen at the facility lacked a thermometer.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 10, 2025): “Administration or food designee will continue to check the refrigerator temperature daily. Another operating thermometer was purchased and delivered so that each refrigerator has its own thermometer.”
Citation Apr 1, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
Immunization record/Exemption documentation from parent/guardian 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(1)
The file for Child #3, enrolled for more that 60 days at the facility, did not contain documentation of a 4th dose of the DTAP vaccination, 4th dose of the Pneumococcal vaccination, MMR, Varicella, and Hep A vaccinations as required based on the child's age as per the ACIP recommended schedule.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 10, 2025): “Child #3 was dismissed by close of business 5/1/2025. Child's parent informed about immunization updates due. Child's parent chose to provide a written signed exemption letter.”
Citation Apr 1, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
Free from contagious/communicable disease 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(d)(7)
The Health Report for Child #2 lacked a statement indicating the child is able to participate in childcare and appears to be free from contagious or communicable diseases.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 10, 2025): “The child's parent was contacted regarding completion of the DHS approapriate Child Health Assesment form. Child's parent to obtain updated form with statement from child's PCP.”
Citation Apr 1, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
Written consent 55 Pa. Code §3270.133(6)
Observed the medication at the facility for Child #1 and #6 lacked written parental consent for administration of the medication.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 10, 2025): “Written consent forms on file for Child#1 and Child #6.”
Citation Apr 1, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(a)
The file for Staff #3, a volunteer, who was observed providing direct care to children, lacked a Health Assessment
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 10, 2025): “The volunteer was immediately removed from volunteering without health assessment. An appointment was scheduled for the volunteer to obtain a health assessment. The volunteer's assessment was obtained 5/8/2025.”
Citation Apr 1, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
Mantoux TB 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(c)(2)
The file for Staff #3 did not contain the results of a tuberculin skin test, x-ray or other medical documentation necessary to confirm freedom from communicable tuberculosis.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 10, 2025): “The volunteer was immediately removed from volunteering without test. The volunteer obtained a TB test 5/4/2025.”
Citation Apr 1, 2025 Inspection Food & feeding
Four or more hours 55 Pa. Code §3270.162(a)
During the renewal inspection, cert rep observed 11 children who had been receiving care for more than 4 hours and were not provided an appropriately timed meal or snack during that time.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 10, 2025): “Healthy snacks are in the classrooms. Children are to eat approapriately timed nutritional snacks and meals. The director trained staff on this regulation.”
Citation Apr 1, 2025 Inspection Food & feeding
Written statement 55 Pa. Code §3270.166(1)
The facility lacked written statements provided by the parents giving the formula and feeding schedule for the infants in care.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 10, 2025): “In addition to digital schedules and verbal communications currently used, hard copies of formula and feeding schedules shall be obtained from the parent and inserted in classroom binder.”
Citation Apr 1, 2025 Inspection Transportation
Safe routes posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.171(c)
Observed the facility did not have written notification of safe routes posted by the operator in a conspicuous location in the childcare facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 10, 2025): “The facility director posted a Safe routes and safety procedures document next to the emergency plans in classrooms. This document was reviewed to ensure it meets regulatory and safety standards.”
Citation Apr 1, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Exceeding Capacity 55 Pa. Code §3270.61(h)
Children were observed at the following times in the Middle Classroom: 11:00 AM, 6 children were observed receiving care in the Middle Classroom 11:30 AM, 4 children were observed receiving care in the Middle Classroom 12:30 AM, 6 children were observed receiving care in the Middle Classroom The Middle Classroom has a capacity of 3 children.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 10, 2025): “The director posted maximum capacity signs in the childcare spaces. Teachers, directors, staff persons will ensure that the maximum capacity for each space is not exceeded and will use a check sheet to monitor for compliance in the indoor/outdoor space.”
Citation Apr 1, 2025 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(1)
The facilities emergency plan lacked accommodations for shelter of children during a lock down.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 10, 2025): “The director added a lock-down section to the facility's emergency plan and posted it throughout the center.”
Citation Apr 1, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Each staff person meets quals 55 Pa. Code §3270.33(a)
The file for Staff #1, was observed acting as an assistant group supervisor, the file for Staff #1 contained a foreign degree and therefore their staff qualifications for the position could not be determined.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 10, 2025): “Staff #1's signed Master's Degree(on file) will be evaluated through an official foreign degree evaluation service. The director will obtain evaluation resources from DHS Representative 5/2/2025 and seek to have the degree evaluated. Staff #1 being used as a supervised aide until her foreign degree…”
Citation Apr 1, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Arrival/departure times 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(4)
The file for Child #4 contained an Agreement which did not specify the child's arrival and departure times.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 10, 2025): “The agreement was reviewed with family and double checked for accuracy. Arrival and departure times added.”
Citation Apr 1, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Designated release persons 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(5)
The Agreement for Child #1 and #2 lacked the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 10, 2025): “Agreements were reviewed with families for accuracy. The agreements were updated as per family requests and corresponding Emergency Contact Forms on file.”
Citation Apr 1, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Physician name, address, phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(2)
The Emergency Contact Form for Child #3 lacked the telephone number of the child's physician.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 10, 2025): “Information reviewed with child#3's parent and updated.”
Citation Apr 1, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Written consent/Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(4)/3270.182(3)
The Emergency Contact Form in the file for Child #5 lacked written consent signed by a parent for emergency medical care.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 10, 2025): “Emergency contact form reviewed with child's parent. Child's parent provided written consent for emergency medical care.”
Citation Apr 1, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Insurance coverage information 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(6)
The Emergency Contact Form for Child #2 lacked the health insurance policy number for the child. The Emergency Contact Form for Child #5 lacked the health insurance coverage and policy number for the child.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 10, 2025): “Emergency contact forms reviewed with families for accuracy. Requests for updates sent to families of Child#2 and #5. Health Insurance information updated as applicable.”
Citation Apr 1, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Name/address/phone release person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(7)
The Emergency Contact Form for Child #1 lacked the telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released. The Emergency Contact Form for Child #2 lacked the address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released. The Emergency Contact Form for Child #4 and #5 lacked the address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 10, 2025): “The teachers reviewed Emergency Contact forms with Child#1, Child #2, and Child #4 and Child #5.”
Citation Apr 1, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Each child care space 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(c)
The Emergency Contact information was not present in the Older Toddler/Preschool for Child #7 and #8 who were present and receiving care in the room.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 10, 2025): “Digital copies of the Emergency Contact form in the space was created into a hard copy by the teacher.”
Citation Apr 1, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos 55 Pa. Code §3270.181(c)
The file for Child #2 contained a financial agreement form that was not updated within 6 months of the previous update.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 10, 2025): “The financial agreement was updated March of 2025.”
Citation Apr 1, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(5)
The Emergency Contact form for Child #5 lacked signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 10, 2025): “Upon discovery, the facility contacted the parent/guardian of Child #5 and obtained a signed consent for the administration of minor first-aid. The Emergency Contact form was updated and filed appropriately.”
Citation Apr 1, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Transcript, diploma and letters 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(2)(iv)
The file for Staff #1 contained a foreign degree and foreign transcripts and therefore their credentials could not be determined.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 10, 2025): “Staff #1's signed Master's Degree(on file) will be evaluated through an official foreign degree evaluation service. The director will obtain evaluation resources from DHS Representative 5/2/2025 and seek to have the degree evaluated.”
Citation Apr 1, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)
The file for Staff #2, lacked documentation of the required 12 annual clock hours of childcare training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 10, 2025): “Staff#2 has been scheduled to complete the remaining required training hours by 6/1/2025. Once completed, certificates of completion will be added to their personnel file and documented in the training log.”
Citation Dec 23, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76
In the Preschool Room, five (5) window slats, which children use to look outside, were broken, which creates a hazard for children in care. Unfinished drywall, located around the light switch outside of the restroom, left a gap of approximately 1/2" into the wall, which creates a hazard for children in care.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 27, 2025): “Provider removed blinds with broken window slats and immediately restricted access to blinds with broken slats. Blinds with broken slats were replaced with roller shades. The unfinished drywall located around the light switch of the staff bathroom was sealed and repaired. Teachers and/or the center…”
Citation Dec 23, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Small Toys and Objects 55 Pa. Code §3270.103
Crib #1 had a plastic mattress which was ripped approximately 2", which would be accessible to children who are still placing objects in their mouths. Crib #2 had a plastic crib mattress with was ripped approximately 1", which would be accessible to children who are still placing objects in their mouths.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 27, 2025): “Provider removed the unused cribs that contained tears in mattresses.”
Citation Dec 23, 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 Fire System Testing Log contained documentation that the fire system was tested on 9.6.24 and 10.22.24, which exceeded the required 30-day testing.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 29, 2025): “Fire drills are being conducted within 30 days. A new role of a Fire Safety Compliance team lead has been created to help monitor compliance with standards established under section 1016(c) of the act (62 P.S. § 1016(c))..”
Core safety Jul 24, 2024 Inspection Supervision
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
Staff #1 was observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff #1 has not completed the following pre-service training require prior to caring for children unsupervised: Pediatric First Aid/CPR
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 9, 2024): “Staff#1 completed Adult/Pediatric CPR/First Aid 07/27/2024.”
Citation Jul 24, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)
Staff #1 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their hire date (SEE IS CODE SHEET): Pediatric First Aid/CPR. Staff #1 completed the following required pre-service training beyond 90 days of their hire date: Get Started with Center-Based Care - Revised 2022 (6/17/24)
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 9, 2024): “Staff#1 completed Adult/Pediatric CPR/First Aid 07/27/2024.”
Core safety May 21, 2024 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
The criminal clearance that is on file for staff #1 is actual the receipt that indicates that there is "no record" as opposed to the actual clearance with the official seal on it.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 8, 2024): “Facilty Person#1's criminal clearance was reordered. The actual clearance with the official seal on it was received and filed. The clearance still indicates "No Record".”
Citation May 21, 2024 Inspection Health & medication
Clean, age appropriate 55 Pa. Code §3270.106(a)
Observed one crib in use that was not labeled for the use of a specific child.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 8, 2024): “The crib was labeled for the use of a specific child during inspection.”
Citation May 21, 2024 Inspection Health & medication
Initial health report for older toddler/preschool no more than 1 year/Initial and subsequent health reports 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(a)(3)/3270.182(1)
The health assessment on file for child #1 was dated more than 1 year prior to the first day of attendance at the facility. It was dated 8/2022 and the child's start date was 3/2024.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 8, 2024): “Child's parent informed about health assessments needing updated. A plan was created. Child's mom to take child to receive an updated wellness exam from PCP or MedExpress by 7/5/2024.”
Citation May 21, 2024 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 health assessment on file for child #1 who is a preschooler exceeds 12 months. The health assessment is dated 8/2022.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 8, 2024): “The parent of Child#1 was informed about the health assessment needing updated. A plan of action was put into place. Child's mom to to take child to receive an updated exam from PCP or MedExpress or to supply a copy of exam completed within last 12 months by 7/5/2024.”
Citation May 21, 2024 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 for staff #1 lacks the physician's or CRNP's assessment of the person's suitability to provide child care.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 8, 2024): “Staff#'s physical exam results from 4/2024 was returned with DHS Staff Health Assessment form and is in the staff file.”
Citation May 21, 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 #1 lacks verification of completion of High School.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 8, 2024): “A copy of Staff#1's high school diploma was obtained on 5/22/2024 and filed.”
Citation May 21, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission/Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(3)/3270.182(5)
The file for child #2 lacks signed parental consent for emergency medical care and minor first aid for the child.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 8, 2024): “The emergency medical care and minor first aid procedures were reviewed with child's mom. Child's mother provided written parental consent for emergency medical care and minor first aid.”
Citation Sep 20, 2023 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)
The facility lacks an emergency plan.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 15, 2024): “The facility shall have a posted emergency plan according to PA code chapter 3270.27.”
Citation Sep 20, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
In child care spaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.75(a)
A first-aid kit was not present in all designated child care spaces.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 15, 2024): “The facility will have a first aid kits available as determined by PA Code chapter 3270.75.”
Citation Sep 20, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
Clean, good repair, proper size 55 Pa. Code §3270.104(a)
Observed an unstable shelf/cubby in the rear lobby/entrance area to the facility that is accessible to children and for use by the children.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 15, 2024): “The facility shall use anti-tip safety anchors to secure the cubby located at the rear lobby entrance to the wall.”
Citation Sep 20, 2023 Inspection Food & feeding
Refrigerator 55 Pa. Code §3270.107
The facility did not have an operable, clean refrigerator used to store potentially hazardous foods.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 15, 2024): “The facility shall provide a clean operable refrigerator to store potentially hazardous foods.”
Citation Sep 20, 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 #1 lacks a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 15, 2024): “Staff #1 shall maintain a updated health assessment according to PA Code Chapter 3270.151(a).192(4).”

“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
Newborn (Under 6 Weeks) $65.12 $52.09
Infant (6 Weeks-12 mos.) $65.12 $52.09
Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) $62.79 $50.23
Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) $61.63 $49.30
Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) $51.16 $40.93

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 25 children
Certificate status Regular
Certificate valid through Jul 8, 2027
Keystone STARS STAR 1
since Aug 26, 2024 · what STARS means
Operator Royal Kids Academy Early Learning Center
Hours Monday–Friday 7:30 AM–5:30 PM How Pennsylvania centers’ hours compare
Phone (412) 894-7900
State certificate # CER-00257200
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Common questions

Has Royal Kids Academy Early Learning Center had any serious violations?

Pennsylvania cited 5 violations since 2021 on the topics Daycare Record treats as core safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep). The most recent, on Apr 21, 2026 (background checks): “The files for Staff #4 and Staff #5 did not contain the required out-of-state clearances, and no applications for those clearances were available.” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.

Have there been complaints about Royal Kids Academy Early Learning Center?

Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at Royal Kids Academy Early Learning Center since 2021. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.

What is Royal Kids Academy Early Learning Center’s Keystone STARS rating?

STAR 1, effective Aug 26, 2024. 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 Royal Kids Academy Early Learning Center compare with other daycares in Pittsburgh?

It is tied for #181 of 251 centers in Pittsburgh by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 92% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.

When was Royal Kids Academy Early Learning Center last inspected?

Apr 21, 2026 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.

How much does Royal Kids Academy Early Learning Center cost?

It reported full-time daily rates of $65.12 for newborn, $65.12 for infant, $62.79 for young toddler, $61.63 for older toddler in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.

Who runs Royal Kids Academy Early Learning Center?

The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Royal Kids Academy Early Learning Center.

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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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