Tender Care Learning Center-Hampton
Tender Care Learning Center-Hampton is a certified child care center in Allison Park, PA, with capacity for 83 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 4 (accredited) rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 7 times. The state cited 45 violations, 4 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for building & playground safety (19 of 45). 6 citations came in the last 12 months, including 1 on a core-safety topic. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is #3 of 10 centers in Allison Park and has more citations per inspection than 74% of Pennsylvania certified centers.
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A review of classroom video footage revealed Child #1 was sitting on their knees, facing backward in their chair during lunch. The child remained in this position for approximately 35-40 seconds. Child #1 then placed their hands on the back of the chair, pushed against it, and fell forward striking the floor face first. At no point during the 35-40 seconds prior to the fall did either of the 2 staff present attempt to redirect the child to a safe sitting position.
In the Pre-K 1 classroom, Aquafor was in a backpack in a child's cubby accessible to children in the classroom. In the Older Young Toddler classroom, iVIZIA was in a backpack in a child's cubby accessible to children. Both items were labeled "keep out of the reach of children,"
A bin in the older toddler classroom contained play insects, some which were less than an inch in diameter and accessible to children in care on a toddler shelf.
The rest mats of 4 children in the Preschool and 2 children in the Pre-K 2 classroom were placed against a wall and either play equipment or mobile furniture not allowing for 2 feet of space on 3 sides of the mats at the time the children were resting on them.
The fire drill log contained consecutive documentation of testing the fire detection system which exceed 30 days when tested on 9/9/2025 and 10/14/2025.
A daily schedule of daily activities was not posted for the preschool children in the Pre-K 2 classroom.
In the Young Toddler 2 classroom, diaper cream, labeled "keep out of the reach of children," was accessible to children in care in the unlocked cabinet below the diapering table. In the Preschool classroom, sunscreen, labeled "keep out of the reach of children," was accessible to children in care in a child's backpack in the classroom cubby. In the Pre-K 1 classroom, cleaning materials including Tide spray and Fantastic spray, both labeled "keep out of the reach of children," were accessible to children in an unlocked cabinet.
The wall beneath the telephone had a half-dollar size of peeling paint in the Young Toddler 2 classroom.
A shelf was obstructing an exit in the Young Toddler 1 classroom.
The vinyl of on the chair in the corner of the Young Toddler 2 classroom was peeling.
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The file of staff #2, identified as an assistant group supervisor, did not contain documentation of at least 2500 hours of experience to qualify them for the position.
The file of staff #1 contained one written nonfamily reference, lacking a second.
The file of staff #1 contained a child abuse clearance dated 11/21/2024, which was after their start date with children.
The unlocked changing table in the l-shaped toddler classroom made the children's diaper creams (labeled "keep out of the reach of children") accessible to children.
The entry way glass doors did not have a visual strip or other visual identification.
The file of child #1 contained documentation of the administered immunizations of child #1 which were not in accordance with the recommendations of the ACIP. An acceptable exemption was not on file.
According to the fire drill log, a current fire drill has not been conducted within the last 60 days as of 4-8-24, with the last fire drill being conducted on 1-26-24.
According to the log, the operator did not manually test the interconnected fire detection system in the facility within the last 30 days as of 4-8-24, with the last test being completed on 1-26-24.
The files for staff person #2 and #3 lacked a current state police clearance updated within the last 60 months.
In the older toddler room, the cabinet under the changing table was unlocked and contained multiple diaper creams that were accessible to children.
In the bathroom between the preschool and young toddler rooms, there was a hands-free covered can next to the changing table that is used for discarding diapers with a lid that was not operating correctly and closing to function as a hands-free covered can.
The file for staff person #1 had a health assessment that said "Yes" to having any communicable diseases and lacked an explanation of the results of the examination.
The file for staff person #1 had an FBI clearance with a record that lacked dispositions. (See LIS CODE SHEET) The file for staff person #2, hired provisionally, had proof of fingerprinting for the FBI clearance at their start date and lacked the FBI clearance within 45 days of their start date as required for a provisional hire and requires a current FBI clearance. (See LIS CODE SHEET) The file for volunteer #6 lacked a state police clearance, child abuse clearance, and had a Department of Education FBI clearance and lacked a DHS FBI clearance. (See LIS CODE SHEET) The file for volunteer #7 had a Department of Education FBI clearance and lacked a DHS FBI clearance. (See LIS CODE SHEET)
The emergency plan lacked requirements for volunteer emergency preparedness training and continuity of operations according to federal requirements at 45 CFR § 98.41(a)(1)(vii).
On 11-10-22 at approximately 10 a.m. in the pre-k room with a capacity of 11 children, there were 24 children observed in the room, resulting in the room being overcapacity.
In the bathroom between the young toddler transition room and the preschool room, there were multiple diaper creams and a bottle of MicroBan Sanitizing Spray labeled "Keep out of reach of children" that were in an unlocked cabinet under the changing table and were accessible to children.
In the young toddler transition room with 1 year olds that are walking and able to wash their hands, the sink next to the changing table lacked a platform or steps and was unable to be reached by the child after diapering to wash their hands.
In the bathroom between the young toddler transition room and the preschool room, a handwashing sign was not posted by the changing table.
The door between the young toddler transition room and the bathroom was blocked partially by the changing table preventing the door from opening.
The files for child #1 and #2, young toddlers, lacked a current health assessment updated within the last 6 months.
The file for child #1, a 22 month old, had an immunization record that lacked documentation of the 4th dose of the DTAP vaccination by age 18 months in accordance with the schedule recommended by the ACIP and lacked exemption documentation.
The file for volunteer #7, observed to have direct contact with children, lacked a health assessment prior to volunteering at the facility in a child care setting and requires a current health assessment.
The file for volunteer #7, observed to have direct contact with children, lacked a tuberculosis screening by the Mantoux method prior to volunteering at the facility in a child care setting and requires a current tuberculosis screening by the Mantoux method.
The file for volunteer #6, observed to have direct contact with children, had an initial health assessment that lacked an examination for communicable diseases and the results of that examination and the physician's or CRNP's assessment of the person's suitability to provide child care.
The files for staff person #1, #4, and #5 had current pediatric first-aid and CPR training with a completion date of 7-1-21 that was after the April 2021 expiration of the prior training.
The files for volunteer #6 and #7 lacked two written, nonfamily references.
In the one year old room, it was observed that the first- aid kit lacked scissors.
It was observed in the Pre-k classroom that the couch was torn on the corners.
The immunization record for child #1 and child #2 lacked an influenza vaccination in accordance with the ACIP.
The facility lacked an emergency plan that provides accommodations for infants and toddlers.
The facility's 30 day testing log allowed for more than 30 days to pass between tests on 2/8/21-3/15/21, 4/12/21-5/17/21, and 7/19/21-8/19/21.
Facility lacked an emergency plan that provides accommodations for shelter of children during an emergency lock-down.
The file for facility person #2 and facility person #3 completed pediatric first-aid and CPR training on 4/3/19 and 7/1/21, which is after the expiration date.
The file for facility person #1, with a hire date of 7/16/21, lacked pediatric first-aid and CPR training.
The emergency contact form for child #3 lacked the enrolling parent's work address and work phone number.
“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.
Complaint investigations and reported incidents
Pennsylvania’s search lists complaint investigations in which the state found at least one violation (“verified complaints”). It does not say what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it. Incident investigations look into something that happened at the center; self-reported violations are ones the center reported to the state itself.
Daily rates
| Age group | Full time, per day | Part time, per day |
|---|---|---|
| Infant (6 Weeks-12 mos.) | $79.60 | $64.00 |
| Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) | $77.20 | $61.20 |
| Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) | $77.20 | $61.20 |
| Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) | $65.20 | $51.60 |
| Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) | $65.20 | $34.00 |
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
Common questions
Has Tender Care Learning Center-Hampton had any serious violations?
Pennsylvania cited 4 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 20, 2026 (supervision): “A review of classroom video footage revealed Child #1 was sitting on their knees, facing backward in their chair during lunch. The child remained in this position for approximately 35-40 seconds. Child #1 then placed…” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.
Have there been complaints about Tender Care Learning Center-Hampton?
Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at Tender Care Learning Center-Hampton since 2021. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.
What is Tender Care Learning Center-Hampton’s Keystone STARS rating?
STAR 4 (accredited), effective Jul 15, 2026. 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 Tender Care Learning Center-Hampton compare with other daycares in Allison Park?
It is #3 of 10 centers in Allison Park by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 74% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.
When was Tender Care Learning Center-Hampton last inspected?
Nov 21, 2025 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.
How much does Tender Care Learning Center-Hampton cost?
It reported full-time daily rates of $79.60 for infant, $77.20 for young toddler, $77.20 for older toddler, $65.20 for preschool in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.
Who runs Tender Care Learning Center-Hampton?
The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Bradford Child Care Services INC.
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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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