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Tender Care Learning Centers · 5425 Baum Blvd, Pittsburgh

5425 Baum Blvd, Pittsburgh, PA 15232 · Allegheny County
3 core-safety citations in last 12 months 1 complaint investigation found violations Keystone STAR 4 (accredited)

Tender Care Learning Centers is a certified child care center in Pittsburgh, PA, with capacity for 90 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 4 (accredited) rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 5 times and confirmed violations in 1 complaint investigation. The state cited 35 violations, 5 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for building & playground safety (16 of 35). 4 citations came in the last 12 months, including 3 on a core-safety topic. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is tied for #108 of 251 centers in Pittsburgh and has more citations per inspection than 78% of Pennsylvania certified centers.

Inspection record

More citations than 78% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. More citations than most
Tied for #108 of 251 centers in Pittsburgh
5 Core-safety citations
30 Other citations
5 Inspections
1 Complaint investigations that found violations
35 citations from 7 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · 4 in the last 12 months · last inspected Dec 16, 2025

Every state visit

2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom) Mar 31, 2026 · Report/investigation · citation found Dec 16, 2025 · Report/investigation · citation found Dec 16, 2025 · Inspection · citation found Oct 1, 2025 · Inspection · citation found Jan 13, 2025 · Inspection · citation found Oct 29, 2024 · Inspection · citation found Aug 28, 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

Building & playground safety 16
Training & qualifications 5
Health & medication 5
Records & paperwork 4
Supervision 2
Background checks 2
Caregiver conduct 1

Citations, newest first

Core safety Mar 31, 2026 Complaint investigation Supervision
Supervised at all times 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(a)
A child was able to crawl outside of the infant classroom into the hallway unattended. Another child was in a bouncer seat and out of sight of the one staff member that was present who was changing another child's diaper.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 29, 2026): “1) 3/23/26: Effective immediately, all children will be supervised by a facility person at all times including the outdoor childcare space. The TCLC supervision policy will be reviewed with each facility person at the school. The school managers will complete the TCLC Supervision Tool for each…”
Core safety Mar 31, 2026 Complaint investigation Supervision
Staff assigned to specific children 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(a)(1)
A child was able to crawl outside of the infant classroom into the hallway unattended. Another child was in a bouncer seat and out of sight of the one staff member that was present who was changing another child's diaper.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 29, 2026): “1) 3/23/2026: Effective immediately, each staff person shall be assigned the responsibility for supervision of specific children. The staff person shall know the names and whereabouts of the children in his assigned group. The staff person shall be physically present with the children in his group…”
Core safety Dec 16, 2025 Self-reported violation Caregiver conduct
No physical punishment 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(b)
During investigations, Staff #1 was observed roughly handling child#1, this included picking the child up by their clothes and forcefully moving them out into the hallway.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 21, 2026): “Staff person #1 was immediately removed from the classroom and placed on suspension until termination occurred on 12/4/2025.”
Citation Dec 16, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(i)
Staff person #1 has not completed Pediatric first aid and CPR training on or before expiration of the most current certification. This is evidenced by the previously documented Pediatric first aid and CPR training on file expiring (12/11/25). Documentation of updated Pediatric first aid and CPR training is not on file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 21, 2026): “Staff person was not left unattended with children until she received her updated cpr and first aid training on 12/18/2026.”
Core safety Oct 1, 2025 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
Although the files for Staff#1 and #5 contained an NSOR Certificate at the time of Renewal Inspection it was observed that it was obtained after the first day caring for children. The file for Staff #2 contained an incomplete PA State Police Clearance. The file for Staff #6 contained a disclosure statement that lacked a witness. The file for Staff #5 who has lived in Illinois within the last 5 years did not have the required Illinois Clearances.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 17, 2025): “Staff #1 and #5 had NSOR at time of inspection. Staff #6 disclosure statement was corrected during inspection. Staff #2 obtained a new PA State Police Clearance with the appropriate signatures visible on the bottom of the clearance before returning to a classroom. Staff #5 has applied for the…”
Citation Oct 1, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less 55 Pa. Code §3270.65
Observed an electrical outlet with one plug in Room 6, beside the refrigerator that was missing a protective outlet covers. This outlet was accessible to children 5 years of age and younger.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 17, 2025): “A protective outlet cover was put in the exposed outlet.”
Citation Oct 1, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Locked or inaccessible 55 Pa. Code §3270.66(a)
In Room 4 there was an unlocked cabinet that contained a large bottle of Fantasik and a spray bottle of Fantasik labeled, "keep out of reach of children" that were on a low shelf accessible the children in care.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 17, 2025): “The child safety lock is locked and it to remain locked when the cabinet is not in use by the teachers.”
Citation Oct 1, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Inaccessible to children 55 Pa. Code §3270.75(b)
In Room 3 the First aid kit was hanging on a low hook making the first aid kit accessible to children.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 17, 2025): “The first aid kit was moved to a different location that is inaccessible to children.”
Citation Oct 1, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Has all items 55 Pa. Code §3270.75(c)
The first aid kit located in the Room 4 lacked tweezers and scissors.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 17, 2025): “Tweezers and scissors were put into Room 4s first aid kit.”
Citation Oct 1, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Stairs, exits, etc. unobstructed 55 Pa. Code §3270.91(a)
A desk was obstructing the walkway from the hallway to the play space exit of the building.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 17, 2025): “The desk was moved to a different location that is not obstructing a walkway.”
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Citation Oct 1, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Small Toys and Objects 55 Pa. Code §3270.103
Observed multiple colored foam blocks in Room 2 (young toddlers) and Room 4 (older toddlers) that had teeth marks and missing sections. These blocks were accessible to children who are still placing objects in their mouths.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 17, 2025): “All blocks that had visible teeth marks have been thrown away.”
Citation Oct 1, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
Infant: updated health report every 6 months/Initial and subsequent health reports 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(b)(1)/3270.182(1)
The file for Child #2, a Young Toddler, contained Health Reports that were updated in an interval greater than 6 months
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 31, 2025): “Child #2s Health Report is current.”
Citation Oct 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 #1, enrolled for more that 60 days at the facility, did not contain documentation of a 2nd dose of the Rotavirus vaccination, 2nd dose DTAP vaccination, 2nd dose of HIB vaccination, 2nd dose of Pneumococcal vaccination, and 2nd dose of Polio vaccination as required based on the child's age as per the ACIP recommended schedule.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 17, 2025): “Child #1 was not able to return without a letter stating that she was refusing vaccinations OR proof of the updated vaccinations.”
Citation Oct 1, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(i)
Staff person #7 has not completed Pediatric first aid and CPR training on or before expiration of the most current certification. This is evidenced by the previously documented Pediatric first aid and CPR training on file expiring (9/2025). Documentation of updated Pediatric first aid and CPR training is not on file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 17, 2025): “Staff person remained active as an aid, not being left unsupervised with the children, until she received her updated Pediatric first aid and CPR on 10/16/2025.”
Citation Oct 1, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Fire safety - 1 yr. 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(ii)
The file for Staff #4 contained Fire Safety Trainings that were dated more than 12 months apart.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 31, 2025): “Staff member completed the appropriate fire safety training once it had been identified that it was past due.”
Citation Oct 1, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Comply with CPSL 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)
The files for Staff #8 and #9 contained mandated reporter training that was not completed within 60 months of the previous training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 31, 2025): “Both Staff #8 and #9 completed the appropriate mandated reporter training as soon as it was identified that it was past due.”
Citation Oct 1, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Designated release persons 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(5)
The Agreement for Child #2 lacked the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 17, 2025): “The parent of Child #2 added a designated pick-up person to the enrollment agreement.”
Citation Oct 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, Nov 17, 2025): “The parent of Child #3 added the phone number of the child physician.”
Citation Oct 1, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)
The file for Staff #3, lacked documentation of 3 hours of the required 12 annual clock hours of childcare training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 17, 2025): “Staff member completed the remaining 3 hours once it was identified that she was under 12 hours.”
Citation Jan 13, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Locked or inaccessible 55 Pa. Code §3270.66(a)
The restroom in Room 5 contained a toxic sticky bug trap that was on the floor and accessible to the children using this restroom.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 29, 2025): “We disposed of the bug trap in the garbage.”
Citation Jan 13, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
65º F minimum 55 Pa. Code §3270.70(a)
On the day of the Renewal Inspection, the temperature in Room 2 measured 56 degrees and the temperature in Room 6 measured 61 degrees.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 30, 2025): “The heating company came the next day and fixed the heating unit that controls room 2. We have baby gates that allow for us to keep the doors in room 6 open. Keeping the door open circulates the heat from surrounding rooms which maintains the rooms temperature above 65 degrees. We have spoken with…”
Citation Jan 13, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76
In Room 5 two metal handles came off the upper left cabinets when opened in the food prep area. In Room 3 three door handles were missing from the cabinets in the diapering area.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 29, 2025): “We have been in contact with the necessary people to fix the cabinet door handles. They are scheduled to come the week of February 3rd to complete the repairs.”
Citation Jan 13, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
No peeling paint or plaster 55 Pa. Code §3270.77(a)
In Room 3 along the far dark gray wall there was chipping paint. In Room 6 there were multiple spots of peeling paint including three spots by the restroom and 2 spots over by the mirror on the outside wall.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 29, 2025): “We painted all areas where the paint was chipped in rooms 6 and 3.”
Citation Jan 13, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Lidded waste receptacles 55 Pa. Code §3270.82(i)
The two restrooms in Room 3 contained small waste receptables in which the lid was stuck open preventing the waste receptable from lacking a closed lid.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 29, 2025): “We replaced the waste bin in room 3 with one that has a lid that does not get stuck open.”
Citation Jan 13, 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 #1, enrolled for more that 60 days at the facility, did not contain documentation of a 1st dose of the MMR vaccination and a 1st does of the Varicella vaccination as required based on the child's age as per the ACIP recommended schedule.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 29, 2025): “We informed the child's parents that the child cannot return to the center without proof of the MMR and Varicella vaccinations. The child has not been present at the center since 1/10.”
Citation Jan 13, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
Mantoux TB/Health assessment, TB test 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(c)(2)/3270.192(3)
The file for Staff #1 contained chest x-ray results regarding a tb screening but did not contain positive results on the health assessment.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 29, 2025): “Employee #1 will return to her physician to have them document the results of the TB test on the health assessment form and explain why she was referred to receive a chest x-ray.”
Citation Jan 13, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Transcript, diploma and letters 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(2)(iv)
The file for Staff #1 contained transcripts from Jamacia and their credentials could not be determined.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 30, 2025): “We have sent Staff #1's diploma to ECE, a professional organization, for them to determine the diplomas equivalency in the US. Staff #1 will be a facility person in the building and will not be left alone with children until we can determine her credentials.”
Core safety Oct 29, 2024 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
The file for Staff #1 contained an FBI Clearance that did not include the complete Rap Sheet.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 5, 2024): “We obtained Staff #1's full rap sheet before she returned to work.”
Citation Oct 29, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less 55 Pa. Code §3270.65
In Room 1 there were two outlet covers on the surge protector next to the refrigerator that were missing protective outlet covers. In Room 2 there was an outlet cover on the surge protector by the refrigerator that was missing a protective outlet cover. Children 5 years of age and younger are cared for in both of these spaces.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 8, 2024): “We placed outlet covers in each outlet that was exposed on the surge protector.”
Citation Oct 29, 2024 Inspection Health & medication
Mantoux TB 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(c)(2)
Although the file for Staff #2 contained TB screening at the time of the inspection, it was observed that Staff #2 did not have TB screening prior to working with children.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 5, 2024): “We sent Staff #2 to obtain a TB screening. Staff #2 was not permitted to work with children until the TB results were received.”
Citation Oct 29, 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 last documented smoke detector testing was 9/26/24 which was over 30 days prior to the date of the inspection.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 8, 2024): “We did a fire drill, as well as a smoke detector test on 10/30/24.”
Citation Oct 29, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Transcript, diploma and letters 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(2)(iv)
The file for Staff #3 lacked acceptable verification of experience, education or training in the form of a transcript or a diploma or a letter signed by a representative of the experiential, educational or training entity.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 5, 2024): “We obtained a high school diploma from Staff # 3 before she was allowed to be left alone with children.”
Citation Aug 28, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
110º F or less 55 Pa. Code §3270.69(b)
The hot water in Room 3 measured at 110.4° F in the first bathroom and 116.7° F in the second bathroom. The hot water in Room 4 measured at 117.5° F in the first bathroom.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 28, 2024): “Turned water heater down below 110 degrees.”
Citation Aug 28, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
No peeling paint or plaster 55 Pa. Code §3270.77(a)
In Room 6 there was peeling paint on the wall near the cots.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 28, 2024): “Paint over chips.”
Citation Aug 28, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Small Toys and Objects 55 Pa. Code §3270.103
In Room 2 there was a ripped mattress that had exposed foam that was accessible to children who are still placing objects in their mouths.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 28, 2024): “Threw ripped mattress away and a new one was added.”

“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

Violation found Mar 31, 2026 Complaint investigation
2 violations cited, listed under Citations.
Violation found Dec 16, 2025 Self-reported violation
1 violation cited, listed under Citations.

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

Capacity 90 children
Certificate status Regular (COMPASS: awaiting renewal)
Certificate valid through Jan 30, 2027
Keystone STARS STAR 4 (accredited)
since Jun 3, 2026 · what STARS means
Operator Bradford Child Care Services INC
Hours Monday–Friday 6:00 AM–5:30 PM How Pennsylvania centers’ hours compare
Phone (412) 291-8795
State certificate # CER-00247901
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Common questions

Has Tender Care Learning Centers 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 Mar 31, 2026 (supervision): “A child was able to crawl outside of the infant classroom into the hallway unattended. Another child was in a bouncer seat and out of sight of the one staff member that was present who was changing another child's…” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.

Have there been complaints about Tender Care Learning Centers?

Pennsylvania lists 1 complaint investigation since 2021 in which it found at least one violation; the violations are listed above. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.

What is Tender Care Learning Centers’s Keystone STARS rating?

STAR 4 (accredited), effective Jun 3, 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 Centers compare with other daycares in Pittsburgh?

It is tied for #108 of 251 centers in Pittsburgh by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 78% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.

When was Tender Care Learning Centers last inspected?

Dec 16, 2025 (unannounced monitoring). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.

How much does Tender Care Learning Centers 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 Centers?

The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Bradford Child Care Services INC.

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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