St Andrew Lutheran Church Day School
St Andrew Lutheran Church Day School is a certified child care center in Coraopolis, PA, with capacity for 47 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 1 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 6 times. The state cited 47 violations, 2 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for building & playground safety (12 of 47). 8 citations came in the last 12 months, including 1 on a core-safety topic. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is #9 of 14 centers in Coraopolis and has more citations per inspection than 76% of Pennsylvania certified centers.
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The files for Staff #1, Staff #2, Staff #4, Staff #5, Staff #6, and Staff #7 contained NSOR Certificates dated 6.4.20 and 6.5.25, which exceeded the 60-month renewal requirement. The file for Staff #8 contained FBI Clearances dated 11.14.20 and 3.9.26, which exceeded the 60-month renewal requirement.
In the Gross Motor Room, a broken board was located on the bottom shelf of the "Fresh Market" toy stand, which is used by children, which had rough edges, and was not in good repair. In the outdoor, fenced playground, a "Lightning McQueen" bike, used by children, had a broken plastic cart behind the seat, with sharp edges, and was not in good repair.
The files for Child #3 and Child #4, preschool children, did not contain an updated health report within 12 months.
The two (2) most recent Health Assessments in the file for Staff #3 exceeded the 24-month renewal requirement.
The Fire System Testing Log contained documentation of manual testing on 2.13.26 and 3.16.26, which was 31 days apart and exceeded the 30-day requirement.
The file for Staff #8 contained documentation of Fire Safety Trainings dated 7.5.24 and 8.5.25, which exceeded the annual requirement.
The Emergency Contact Form, in the file for Child #2, did not include the enrolling parent's work phone number. The Emergency Contact Form, in the file for Child #3, did not include the enrolling parent's work phone number. The Emergency Contact Form, in the file for Child #4, did not include the enrolling parent's work address or work phone number.
The Emergency Contact Form, in the file for Child #1, did not include the release person's address.
Based on staff interview the facility does not provide the parent of each enrolled child a letter explaining the emergency procedures nor a letter explaining any subsequent update to the plan.
Observed the kitchen door to be left open allowing the children access to the stove/oven when they walked past the door on the way to the lunchroom.
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Observed in the Pre-K classroom an unscreened window open for ventilation.
Observed the first aid kit which was hung on the playground fence to be accessible to children who were playing on the playground.
The file for staff person #2 contains a current health assessment that is lacking the physician's assessment of the person's suitability to provide child care.
The file for staff person #1 contains current fire safety training that was completed greater than 12 months after the previous fire safety training evidenced by documentation of trainings dated 8/31/2023 and 9/2/2024.
In the 2s and 3s room, in an unlocked gray metal cabinet, on the 3rd shelf, the following items which stated, "Keep out of reach of children," were accessible to a few of the children present: Gold Bond Hand Cream (3 oz.), Barbasol Shaving Cream (2, 10 oz. cans), and Rust-oleum Clear Spray Paint (12 oz.). In the 4s room, in an unlocked gray metal cabinet, on the top shelf, a 32 oz. bottle of rubbing alcohol, which stated "Keep out of reach of children," was accessible to a few of the children present.
In the 4s room, a ripped steering wheel cover, used by children, was observed.
Although there was a notation from the medical professional on the Health Assessment, for Child #2, which stated that the parent declined the immunizations, a Letter of Exemption, from the parent, was not in the file.
On the most recent Health Assessment, dated 5.9.23, in the file for Staff #11, it did not contain documentation for questions #1, #2, and #3: physical exam, communicable diseases, and suitability to provide child care.
The file for Staff #1, Staff #2, Staff #3, Staff #4, Staff #6, Staff #7, Staff #8, Staff #9, Staff #10, and Staff #11 contained documentation of Pediatric First-Aid/CPR training which expired on 1.25.24, and it was not renewed until 4.4.24.
The Emergency Contact form, in the files for Child #1, Child #2, and Child #3, did not contain the enrolling parent's work address or work phone number. The Emergency Contact form, in the file for Child #5, did not contain the enrolling parent's home address.
The Emergency Contact form, in the file for Child #2, Child #4, and Child #5, did not contain the health insurance policy number.
The Emergency Contact form, in the files for Child #3 and Child #5, did not contain the release person's address.
The file for Staff #5 (see IS Code Sheet), contained documentation of Pediatric First-Aid/CPR training on 4.4.24, which exceeded 90 days of hire.
The file for Staff #3 contained an NSOR Certificate dated 11.17.21, and an application was not dated prior to the start date (see IS Code Sheet). The file for Staff #5 contained a State Police Clearance dated 11.27.18, and an application was not dated prior to the start date (see IS Code Sheet). The file for Staff #6 contained an NSOR Certificate dated 11.17.21, and an application was not dated prior to the start date (see IS Code Sheet). The file for Staff #7 contained State Police Clearances dated 8.12.17 and 8.15.22, and Child Abuse Clearances dated 8.12.17 and 8.23.22, which were beyond the 60-month renewal requirement.
The file for Staff #9 contained documentation of Emergency Plan training on 8.12.21 and 8.30.22, which exceeded the annual renewal requirement.
In the Play Room, a protective receptacle cover was missing from the top outlet, on the right wall, which was accessible to children 5 years of age and younger. In the Play Room, a protective receptacle cover was missing from the top outlet, on the wall next to the kitchen, which was accessible to children 5 years of age and younger.
The two (2) most recent Health Assessments, in the files for Staff #5 and Staff #7, exceeded the 24-month renewal requirement.
The Emergency Plan did not include provisions for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.
Based on a conversation with the operator, it was confirmed that an Emergency Drill had not been conducted.
The Emergency Plan did not include "lockdown" provisions.
Based on a conversation with the operator, it was confirmed that the Emergency Plan and subsequent plan updates, had not been sent to the local municipality or the county emergency management agency.
The file for Staff #1 contained documentation of Fire Safety training on 8.6.21 and 9.5.22, which exceeded the annual renewal requirement. The file for Staff #2 contained documentation of Fire Safety training on 8.11.21 and 9.5.22, which exceeded the annual renewal requirement. The file for Staff #4 contained documentation of Fire Safety training on 8.25.21 and 9.2.22, which exceeded the annual renewal requirement. The file for Staff #5 contained documentation of Fire Safety training on 8.18.21 and 8.23.22, which exceeded the annual renewal requirement. The file for Staff #7 contained documentation of Fire Safety training on 8.30.21 and 8.31.22, which exceeded the annual renewal requirement. The file for Staff #8 contained documentation of Fire Safety training on 8.27.21 and 9.5.22, which exceeded the annual renewal requirement.
The file for Staff #1 contained documentation of Mandated Reporter trainings on 9.11.17 and 10.7.22, which were beyond the 60-month renewal requirement.
A protective receptacle cover was not placed in the top electrical outlet in the 2's/3's room.
Clorox Anywhere Hard Surface Sanitizing Spray and Scott's Turf Builder Grass Seed, both of which stated, "Keep out of reach of children," were located in the 4s room, in an unlocked gray cabinet, on a low shelf, and were accessible to children in care. Fabri-Tac Permanent Adhesive, which stated, "Keep out of reach of children," was located in the 4s room, in an unlocked gray cabinet, on a middle shelf, and was accessible to children in care. Two Lysol Disinfectant Spray cans, rubbing alcohol, and Glade Tough Odor Solutions were located in the PK room, in an unlocked gray cabinet, on a top shelf, and were accessible to child in care.
In the boys' restroom, there were no handwashing signs posted near the sink, urinal, or toilet. In the girls' restroom, there were no handwashing signs posted near the sink or two toilets.
In the outdoor play yard, the orange/blue/green/white hard plastic, square climbing structure, had broken green plastic near the bottom section, approximately 6" to 8", which creates a cutting/scraping hazard for children in care.
The file for Staff #6 (see IS Code Sheet) contained documentation that an Health Assessment was not obtained until 10.29.21. The file for Staff #8 (see IS Code Sheet) contained documentation that an Health Assessment was not obtained until 1.5.22.
The files for Staff #2, Staff #3, Staff #4, Staff #5, and Staff #12 contained Pediatric First-Aid/CPR training dated 4.2.19 and 1.25.22, which exceeded the 24 month renewal requirement.
The file for Staff #1 contained documentation of Fire Safety Training on 9.17.19 and 8.11.21, which exceeded the annual requirement. The file for Staff #2 contained documentation of Fire Safety Training on 9.17.19 and 8.25.21, which exceeded the annual requirement. The file for Staff #3 contained documentation of Fire Safety Training on 9.17.19 and 8.30.21, which exceeded the annual requirement. The file for Staff #4 contained documentation of Fire Safety Training on 9.17.19 and 9.4.21, which exceeded the annual requirement. The file for Staff #5 contained documentation of Fire Safety Training on 9.17.19 and 8.18.21, which exceeded the annual requirement. The file for Staff #9 contained documentation of Fire Safety Training on 9.17.19 and 8.6.21, which exceeded the annual requirement. The file for Staff #12 contained documentation of Fire Safety Training on 9.17.19 and 3.30.22, which exceeded the annual requirement.
The file for Staff #5 contained evaluations dated 1.16.20 and 2.18.22, which exceeded the 12 month requirement.
A daily activity schedule was not posted in the 2s/3s room.
The file for Child #2 did not contain the phone number of the physician on the Emergency Contact form.
The file for Child #1 did not contain the work address of the enrolling parent on the Emergency Contact form. The file for Child #3 did not contain the work address of the enrolling parent on the Emergency Contact form.
The file for Child #2 did not contain the release person's address on the Emergency Contact form.
The files for Staff #6, Staff #7, Staff #8, Staff #10, and Staff #11 (see IS Code Sheets) contained documentation that the initial Pediatric First-Aid/CPR training was not completed until 1.25.22.
The files for Staff #1, Staff #2, Staff #3, Staff #4, Staff #5, Staff #9, and Staff #12 did not contain documentation of twelve (12) hours of annual training.
“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.
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Has St Andrew Lutheran Church Day School 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 Apr 20, 2026 (background checks): “The files for Staff #1, Staff #2, Staff #4, Staff #5, Staff #6, and Staff #7 contained NSOR Certificates dated 6.4.20 and 6.5.25, which exceeded the 60-month renewal requirement. The file for Staff #8 contained FBI…” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.
Have there been complaints about St Andrew Lutheran Church Day School?
Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at St Andrew Lutheran Church Day School since 2021. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.
What is St Andrew Lutheran Church Day School’s Keystone STARS rating?
STAR 1, effective Sep 17, 2019. 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 St Andrew Lutheran Church Day School compare with other daycares in Coraopolis?
It is #9 of 14 centers in Coraopolis by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 76% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.
When was St Andrew Lutheran Church Day School last inspected?
Apr 20, 2026 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.
Who runs St Andrew Lutheran Church Day School?
The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is St Andrew Lutheran Church.
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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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