The Early Learning Center at Yeshiva
The Early Learning Center at Yeshiva is a certified child care center in Pittsburgh, PA, with capacity for 283 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 4 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 8 times and confirmed violations in 1 complaint investigation. The state cited 152 violations, 12 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for training & qualifications (35 of 152). 30 citations came in the last 12 months, including 4 on a core-safety topic. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is tied for #237 of 251 centers in Pittsburgh and has more citations per inspection than 99% of Pennsylvania certified centers.
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At approximately 1:05 p.m., 36 children and 8 staff persons were observed in the swimming pool area. When Staff Person #1 was asked to identify the children assigned to their supervision group, Staff Person #1 identified three young school-age children but stated they were unable to identify the remaining three children assigned to their supervision. At approximately 1:20 p.m., after a supervision and ratio check was conducted, 35 of the 36 children were identified as being assigned to the supervision of a staff person, leaving one school-age child unaccounted for. At approximately 1:30 p.m., it was determined that no staff person had been assigned responsibility for supervising Child #1.
A first aid kit was not present in the swimming pool area where 36 school-age children were observed receiving care during an excursion. Staff Person #2 stated that the first aid bags were in the women's locker room.
Emergency contact forms were not present in the swimming pool area where 36 school-age children were observed receiving care. Staff Person #2 stated that the emergency contact forms were kept in the facility's first aid bags, which were located in the locker room.
The State Police and PA Child Abuse clearance results in the file for Staff Person #5 were for volunteer purposes. The State Police clearance results in the file for Staff Person #8 were for volunteer purposes. The file for Staff Person #13 lacked NSOR clearance results prior to the staff person's first day working in a child care setting (See LIS Code Sheet). Staff Person #18 does not have current PA Child Abuse clearance results. This is evident as the most recent PA Child Abuse clearance results on file are dated 6/18/20, which have expired. The file for Staff Person #30 lacked valid PA Child Abuse clearance results. The PA Child Abuse clearance results on file were for Volunteer purposes. The file for Staff Person #36 lacked out of state clearance results for the state of New York, where the staff person resided within five years prior to employment, prior to the staff person's first day working in a child care setting (See LIS Code Sheet).
The file for Staff Person #1 contained State Police clearance results and Mandated Reporter training that were not renewed prior to the expiration date of the most current certification. The file for Staff Person #2 contained Mandated Reporter training on 2/11/26 but was not completed within 90 days of their date of hire (See LIS Code Sheet). The file for Staff Person #4 contained Mandated Reporter training that was not renewed prior to the expiration date of the most current certification (5/11/20 and 5/19/25). The file for Staff Person #5 contained NSOR clearance results dated 2/26/26 but was after the staff person's first day working in a child care setting (SEE LIS Code Sheet). The file for Staff Person #7 contained Mandated Reporter training that was not renewed prior to the expiration date of the most current certification (5/22/20 and 9/8/25). The file for Staff Person #8 contained FBI clearance results dated 9/2/25 but was after the staff person's first day working in a child care setting (See LIS Code Sheet). The file for Staff Person #8 contained out-of-state clearance results for the state of New York, where the staff person resided within five years prior to…
The file for Staff Person #1 contained emergency plan training on 5/22/23 and 2/13/25, which exceeded 12 months between trainings. The files for Staff Persons #23, #24, and #25 contained emergency plan training but was not at initial employment (See LIS Code Sheet).
In Room 109, a trash receptacle near the entrance of the room that contained trash contaminated by human secretions (used tissues) was in a plastic-line receptacle but did not have a closed lid.
In Room 105, handwashing signs were not posted near the toilets in stall #1 and #2. In the children's restroom between Room 109 and Room 110, a handwashing sign was not posted near the toilet in stall #2.
In Addition 1: Infant/Toddler room, a pack and play for a child observed to be receiving care was had a hole in the mesh on the side and was not in good repair.
The refrigerator in Room 110 did not contain an operable thermometer.
The health assessments on file for Staff Persons #2, #10, #12, #13, and #24 were completed after their first day of working in a child care setting (See LIS Code Sheet). The files for Staff Persons #3, #17, #25, and #28 lacked a health assessment at initial service in a child care setting (See LIS Code Sheet). The file for Staff Person #26 contained health assessments that exceeded 24 months between assessments (2/10/23 and 9/26/25).
The TB screenings on file for Staff Persons #2, #10, and #12 were completed after their first day of working in a child care setting (See LIS Code Sheet). The files for Staff Persons #3 and #23 lacked a TB screening at initial service in a child care setting (See LIS Code Sheet),
The health assessments on file for Staff Persons #4 and #31 indicated "yes" for a communicable disease; however, the examination results were not included.
In the Addition 1: Infant/Toddler room, written statements giving the formula and feeding schedules for infants receiving care were not obtained from the parents.
Facility files contained documentation of conducting emergency drills on 4/12/24 and 1/21/26 and were more than 12 months apart.
Facility files contained documentation of conducting fire drills that exceeded 60 days apart from 6/19//25 to 9/19/25 and 9/19/25 to 11/27/25.
Facility files contained documentation of testing the fire detection system that exceed 30 days between testing from 6/19/25 to 7/24/25, 10/17/25 to 11/27/25, and 12/22/25 to 1/22/26.
The files for Staff Persons #1, #4, #7, #11, #14, #26, #27, #32, #33, #34, and #35 contained pediatric first aid/CPR training was not renewed prior to the expiration date of the most current certification. The files are now current.
The file for Staff Person #1 contained fire safety training on 3/5/23 and 3/25/25, which exceeded 12 months between trainings.
The files for Staff Persons #2, #6, and #12 contained documentation of completing PA Required Health and Safety for Centers-Group Child Care Part 2 training but was not completed within 90 days of their date of hire (See LIS Code Sheet). The file for Staff Person #19 contained pediatric first aid/CPR training dated 1/15/26 but was not completed within 90 days of their date of hire (See LIS Code Sheet).
Staff person #6 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (See LIS Code Sheet): PA Required Health and Safety for Centers-Group Child Care Part 1. Staff person #17 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Pediatric first aid/CPR.
The file for Staff Person #30, identified as an Aide, lacked qualification documents for the position in which the staff person is performing.
The two most recent staff evaluations on file for Staff Persons #1, #11, #18, and #20 were dated more than 12 months apart.
The financial agreement forms in the files for children #1, 2, #3, and #4 did not specify the amount of the fee to be charged per day or per week.
The financial agreement forms in the files for children #1, #2, #3, and #4, did not specify the date on which the fee is to be paid.
The financial agreement forms in the files for children #1, #2, #3, and #4, did not include the persons designated by the parent to whom the child may be released to.
The financial agreement forms in the files for children #1, #2, #3, and #4, did not specify the date of the child's admission.
The emergency contact form in the file for child #2 did not include signed parental consent for emergency medical care.
The file for Staff Person #3 contained one written, non-family reference. The file for Staff Persons #12 lacked two non-family references.
According to staff statements, in December 2025, Staff person #1 was alone with 7 infants and no other staff person for 1-5 minutes until a 2nd staff person came into the room.
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*SECOND CITATION In the Lower Playground, a large tree root that had rough edges was observed causing a tripping hazard to children in care. Two folding tables were observed propped up in the Gym causing a toppling hazard. Previously cited on SIN-00260683 on 3/12/25. The outlet cover plate in Room 104 was implemented on 5/12/25.
*SECOND CITATION Facility person #1 does not have current pediatric first-aid/CPR training. This is evidenced by the previously documented pediatric first-aid/CPR training expiration date of 12/31/24. Previously cited on SIN-00260683 on 3/12/25. The file for facility person #11 was implemented on 5/12/25.
*SECOND CITATION The file for facility person #6 (identified as an aide) lacked qualification documents for the position in which they are performing. Previously cited on SIN-00260683 on 3/12/25. The files for facility persons #14 and #20 were implemented on 5/12/25
The disclosure statement in the file for facility person #1 is dated 4/17/23, which is after the facility person's date of hire (See IS Code Sheet). The file for facility person #2 contained documentation of NSOR clearance results that was not renewed before the expiration date of the most current certification: 2/7/20 and 2/11/25. The file for facility person #3 contained documentation of PA Child Abuse and FBI clearance results that were not renewed before the expiration date of the most current certification. Child abuse: 7/31/18 and 1/3/25. FBI: 8/23/18 and 5/15/24. The file for facility person #7 did not contain documentation of application of an FBI clearance prior to date of hire (See IS CODE SHEET) as required for provisional hiring under the CPSL. The file for facility person #7 now contains FBI clearance results. The file for facility person #7 contains documentation of child abuse and neglect clearance results and the sex offender clearance results for the state of New York where the facility person resided in five years prior to employment but were dated after the facility persons date of hire (See IS Code Sheet). The file for facility person #10 did not contain…
The file for facility person #15 did not contain documentation of application or clearance results for the criminal history and the child abuse and neglect clearance for the state of West Virginia where the facility person resided in the five years prior to date of hire (SEE IS Code Sheet). The file for facility person #21 did not contain documentation of application or clearance results for child abuse and neglect clearance for the state of New Jersey where the facility person resided in five years prior to employment prior to date of hire (SEE IS Code Sheet). The file for facility person #26 did not contain documentation of FBI clearance results prior to date of hire (See IS CODE SHEET) as required for provisional hiring under the CPSL.
At approximately 10:35am in Room 106, facility person #5 was observed at the diapering table changing a child's diaper. Then, facility person #5 walked away from the diapering table and walked towards the exit doors in the back of the room to attend to a child in care leaving the child on the diapering table unattended and unsupervised. At approximately 10:40am in Room 106, facility person #5 was observed at the diapering table changing another child's diaper. Facility person #5 again walked away from the diapering table and walked towards the exit doors in the back of the room leaving the child unattended and unsupervised on the diapering table.
The emergency plan trainings in the files for facility persons #1, #3, #11, #16, and #18 are dated more than 12 months apart. The files for facility persons #30 and #31 contained documentation of emergency plan training on 8/21/24 but was not at the time of initial employment.
One protective receptacle cover was missing on the back wall in Room 104, and two protective receptacle covers were missing on an extension cord by the diaper changing table in Room 107 which were accessible to children 5 years of age and younger.
In Room 203, trash that was observed to be contaminated by human secretions was in a plastic-lined receptacle but did not have a closed lid.
A first aid kit was not present in the gym where children from Room 105 were observed to be receiving care.
In Room 106 and Room 107, the first aid kits did not contain soap.
Handwashing signs were not posted near all toilets in the facility.
A bookshelf and children's toys were observed obstructing the exit door #103 in Room 104.
In Room 102, a children's sofa was observed to be ripping on the cushion seat and arm rests exposing the interior and was not in good repair. In Room 104, a clear bin containing children's toys was observed to be cracked with sharp edges and was not in good repair. The diapering pad in the restroom next to Room 105 was observed to be ripping exposing the interior in several different spots and was not in good repair. In Room 108, the lid to the trash receptacle was observed to be cracked with rough edges and was not in good repair. In Room 110, the countertop to a children's play kitchen was not secure causing a pinch point and was not in good repair. A children's toy fire truck in the Infant Playground was observed to be cracked and was not in good repair. In the Lower Playground, children's bikes were observed to be broken and not in good repair.
In the Infant Room, a child was observed sleeping in a crib that lacked at least 2 feet of space on two sides of the crib.
The refrigerators in Room 104 and Room 105 were observed not to have an operable thermometer.
The two most recent health assessments in the files for facility persons #1, #9, #16, #18, #25, #27, #28, and #29 are dated more than 24 months apart. Facility person #1: 5/12/22 and 2/18/25. Facility person #9: 8/18/22 and 11/21/24. Facility person #16: 3/2/22 and 6/28/24. Facility person #18: 8/8/22 and 9/27/24. Facility person #25: 12/12/22 and 2/4/25. Facility person #27: 4/7/22 and 8/11/24. Facility person #28: 3/9/22 and 5/20/24. Facility person #29: 8/21/22 and 1/2/25. The file for facility persons #5, #7, #10, #12, #13, and #15 contained documentation of a health assessment but was after the facility persons date of hire. Facility person #5: 9/4/24. Facility person #7: 3/13/24 Facility person #10: 6/18/24 Facility person #12: 9/15/24 Facility person #13: 9/4/24 Facility person #15: 2/17/15 The file for facility person #14 did not contain documentation of a health assessment prior to date of hire.
The files for facility persons #5, #7, #10, #12, #13, and #15 contained documentation of a TB screening but was dated after the facility persons date of hire. Facility person #5: 9/4/24. Facility person #7: 3/15/24. Facility person #10: 6/7/24. Facility person #12: 9/15/24. Facility person #13: 9/4/24. Facility person #15: 2/27/25.
The facility had documentation of conducting fire drills on 9/13/24 and 11/18/24 but exceeded 60 days between drills.
The facility's documentation of testing the fire detection system exceeded 30 days between testing from 5/2/24 to 7/5/24, 7/5/24 to 8/26/24, 8/26/24 to 10/11/24, 10/11/24 to 12/18/24, and 12/18/24 to 2/14/25.
The files for facility persons #1, #3, and #17 did not contain documentation of fire safety training within the last 12 months. The two most recent fire safety trainings in the files for facility persons #11, #16, and #19 are dated more than 12 months apart. The file for facility persons #14 and #31 contained documentation of fire safety training but was not completed within 12 months of hire.
The files for facility persons #6, #7 and #10 completed the following required pre-service training but were not completed within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Health and Safety. The file for facility person #6, #10, #12, and #21 completed the following required pre-service training but was not completed within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Pediatric first aid/CPR.
The file for facility person #8 contained documentation of Mandated Reporter training that was not renewed before the expiration date of the most current certification: 7/27/19 and 8/28/24.
The files for facility persons #1, #17, #19, and #31 contained documentation of a written evaluation but was not within 12 months of hire. The file for facility person #11 did not contain a written evaluation within the last 12 months. The two most recent written evaluations in the files for facility persons #16 and #22 were dated more than 12 months apart.
The financial agreement form in the file for child #2 was not signed by the parent.
The financial agreement forms in the files for children #2, #3, #4, and #5 did not contain the date on which the fee is to be paid.
The financial agreement forms in the files for children #2, #3, #4, #5, #7, #8, #9, and #10 did not contain information on the services to be provided to the family.
The financial agreement forms in the files for children #3, #4, #5, #7, #8, and #9 did not contain the child's admission date.
The financial agreement forms in the files for children #2, #3, #7, #8, #9, and #10 did not contain information on the services which are to be considered as extra.
The emergency contact forms in the files for children #3, #4, #5, #7, and #8 did not contain information on the child's special needs, which is needed in an emergency situation.
The emergency contact form in the file for child #1 did not contain the policy number for the child's health insurance.
The emergency contact form in the file for child #8 did not contain the telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
The emergency contact forms in the files for children #1, #4, #6, and #8 have not been reviewed and updated by the parent within the last 6 months. The financial agreement form in the file for child #7 has not been reviewed and updated by the parent within the last 6 months. The emergency contact forms and financial agreement forms in the files for children #2 and #10 have not been reviewed and updated by the parent within the last 6 months.
The file for facility persons #4 and #26 contained documentation of two written, nonfamily references but were completed and dated after the facility persons date of hire. One of two written, nonfamily references in the files for facility persons #5, #7, and #20 were completed and dated after the facility persons date of hire.
The current certificate of compliance was not posted in a conspicuous location used by parents. The certificate that was observed to be posted was dated 6/3/23 to 6/3/24.
The files for facility persons #1, #2, #9, and #16 lacked the following number of clock hours of child care training in their respective training year. Facility person #1: 12 hours. Facility person #2: 1 hour. Facility person #9: 4 hours. Facility person #16: 11 hours.
The NSOR applications and certificates in the file for Staff Person #5 and #7 were dated after the staff persons' first day working in child care at the facility. The FBI clearance in the file for Staff Person #5 was dated more than 45 days after the staff person's first day working in child care at the facility. The NSOR Certificate in the file for Staff Person #6 was dated more than 45 days after the staff person's first day working in child care at the facility. The disclosure statements in the files for Staff Person #7, #9 and #27 were signed/dated after the staff persons' first day working in child care at the facility. The most recent State Police and Child Abuse clearances in the file for Staff Person #28 exceeded 60 months between clearances.
Staff Person #5, who has been working at the facility for more than 90 days, has not completed initial training in the facility's emergency plan. (See LIS Code Sheet). The most recent emergency plan trainings in the files for Staff Person #17, #18 and #24 exceeded 12 months between trainings.
The parent's letter regarding the emergency plan did not include lockdown procedures or accommodations for infants and toddlers.
Observed Clorox disinfecting wipes in an unlocked cabinet under the sink in Room #102.
Observed two unlabeled bottles of all-purpose cleaner in Room #110 and an unlabeled bottle of bleach in Room #105.
Observed large holes in one window screen in Room #102 and one window screen in Room #108.
Observed in Room #102: a crack in the wall in the corner by the blocks. Observed in Room #107: white substance on the side of the refrigerator and wall by the fish tank, holes in the wall by the fish tank, strip on the cabinet under sink door was flaking. Observed in Room #108: Hole in the wall by the sink. Observed in Room #109: Exposed wire in the kitchen by the computer. Observed in Room #110: Holes in the wall by the sink. Cracked piece of baseboard in the back corner by the climber. Observed in the Infant Room: Holes in the wall above the diaper cream cabinet. Observed flaking rust on the partitions between the toilet stalls in the bathrooms for Room #105 and #110. Observed in the Infant/Toddler Outdoor Play Space: Trash, debris and leaves along the sides of the fence. Foam noodles were falling apart under the fence. Three spots where boards were loose in the wooden fence. Observed in the PS/SA Outdoor Play Space: Foam mats in the slippery from the mud underneath, which creates a potential slipping/falling hazard. A loose rock in the retaining wall, which creates a toppling hazard, and one cinder block on the ground.
Observed peeling paint in the following areas: Corner by the blocks in Room #102. By the train in Room #104. By the outside door and diaper area caused by a missing baseboard in Room #107. Between sink and refrigerator in Room #109.
A visual strip or other visual identification was not placed on the glass doors in Room #107 and the Infant Room.
One of the exits from the Infant Room was blocked with two high chairs. One of the exits of the Wobblers Room was blocked by a half-moon table.
Observed dirt/debris under the mats of the diaper changing tables in Room #107 and the Infant Room. Observed a protruding screw on the wooden kitchen playset in the outdoor play space.
Observed teeth marks in the foam letters in Room #102. Observed broken foam mat pieces less than one inch in diameter in the Infant/Toddler Outdoor Play Space. This creates a potential choking hazard for children who may still be placing objects in their mouths.
Observed less than two feet of space on three sides of two pack-n-plays in the Wobblers Room and three pack-n-plays in the Infant Room where children were sleeping.
The most recent updated health reports in the files for Child #6, 7 and 8 (Preschool Children) exceeded 12 months between reports.
The most recent immunization record in the file for Child #1 lacked documentation of the following immunizations recommended by the CDC for the child's age (22 months). 4th DTAP and 1st Hep A.
The TB screening in the file for Staff Person #4 was conducted after the staff person's first day working with children. The initial health assessments in the files for Staff Person #6, #7, #10, #11, #12 and #16 were conducted after the staff persons' first day working with children. The file for Staff Person #16 lacked an initial TB Screening.
Pick-up/Drop-off Procedures were not posted at the facility.
The facility's emergency plan did not include accommodations for infants and toddlers.
The fire drill log documents three times when fire drills exceeded 60 days between drills 3/16/23-7/3/23, 7/3/23-9/5/23 and 10/23/23-2/7/24.
30-day fire system checks were not being conducted/documented for the facility.
Observed loose fitting sheets in two of the cribs in the Infant Room and one pack-n-play in the Wobblers Room.
The most recent fire safety trainings in the files for Staff Person #15, #18, #26 and #30 exceeded 12 months between trainings.
The Health and Safety Training in the file for Staff Person #11 was conducted more than 90 days after the staff person's first day working in child care at the facility (See LIS Code Sheet).
Staff person #5 and #8 have not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Health and Safety Training.
The Mandated Reporter Training in the file for Staff Person #33 was conducted more than 90 days after the staff person's first day working in child care at the facility (See LIS Code Sheet).
Staff person #5 and #8 have not completed the mandated reporter training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet).
The High School Diploma in the file for Staff Person #2 and the College Degree in the file for Staff Person #3 were from foreign institutions and the diploma and degree have not been translated/evaluated. The file for Staff Person #6 lacked documentation of education. The file for Staff Person #8 lacked documentation of education and experience.
The most recent written evaluations in the files for Staff Person #13, #14, #19, #20, #22, #23, #25, #26, #28, #29, #30, #31, #32 and #34 exceeded 12 months between evaluations. The first written evaluations in the files for Staff Person #18, #21 and #27 were conducted more than 12 months after the staff persons' first day working in child care at the facility (See LIS Code Sheet).
The emergency contact forms in the files for Child #3 and 6 did not include the addresses of the release persons.
The emergency transportation plan was not posted in Room #102.
The Emergency Contact Forms in the files for Child #1 through Child #10 have not been updated by parents during the past six months. The Fee Agreements in the files for Child #1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 8, 9 and 10 have not been updated by parents during the past six months.
The file for Staff Person #8 lacked two letters of reference.
The file for staff #1, lacks Child Abuse and Sex Offender clearances for New York and Florida and the most current disclosure statement required under the CPSL. The file for staff #2, lacked a DHS FBI clearance and NSOR on or before initial start date in a child care position. There are now clearances on file and dated; FBI- 3/23/23 and NSOR - 2/7/23 (SEE IS CODE SHEET). The file for staff #3 lacks Child Abuse and Sex Offender clearances for New York and Minnesota. The file for staff #4 lacks the most current disclosure statement required under the CPSL. The file for staff #5 lacked and FBI and NSOR clearance on or before initial start date in a child care position. There is an FBI clearance on file and dated 1/24/23. There is no NSOR clearance on file. SEE IS CODE SHEET. There was more than 60 months between the previous and most current State Police and Child Abuse clearances on file for staff #7. Dates are as follows: State Police - 12/4/17 and 12/13/22 and Child Abuse - 12/8/17 and 12/13/22. The file for staff #13 contains a DOE FBI clearance dated 3/18/21 and not the DHS FBI clearance required under the CPSL. The file for staff #14 lacks the Massachusetts Child Abuse…
The facility's emergency plan lacked a continuity of operations plan for the aftermath of a disaster. The files for staff #6, 7, and 14 lacked the required one hour health and safety update that was required under the CPSL by 12/30/22. There are now current one hour updates on file.
There was more than 12 months between emergency plan trainings on file for staff #6 and #17. Dates are as follows for both; 8/18/21 and 12/22/22. The file for staff #20 and 21 lacked emergency plan training within 90 days of hire. SEE IS CODE SHEET. There is now emergency plan training on file for staff #20 and dated 12/22/22. There is no emergency plan training on file for staff #21.
In room 205 observed one electrical outlet which lacked a protective cover and was located behind the wooden play equipment. In room 105 observed one electrical outlets which lacked a protective cover and located by the art gallery.
The first aid kit in Addition Room #1 lacked gloves. The first aid kit in room 109 lacked sterile gauze.
In Room 107, observed that the exit was blocked by a red table and child's pack n play.
In room 102, observed a cracked dark brown wooden tray, a cracked white bin which contained kitchen toys and a wooden table which wobbled when touched. In room 105, observed a child's easel which was broken on the bottom.
in the Infant outside play area, observed 2 plastic bags by the blue slide, small peanut shells on the ground, a green foam mat which was coming apart and small twigs.
The file for child #3, who is a young toddler, lacks a health assessment within the past six months.
The file for child #4, who is of preschool age, lacks a health assessment within the past 12 months.
The files for children #1 and 5 lack verification of a flu shot within the past year as in accordance with the schedule recommended by the ACIP.
In Room 108, observed an EPI pen for child #7 which expired 9/2022.
Room addition #1 and Addition #2, Room 107 and Room 109 lack a hands-free can for diapering.
There was more than 24 months between the previous and most current and udpated health assessments on file for staff #6, 7, 10 and 11. There are now current health assessments on file. The file for staff #19 lacked an initial health assessment on or before initial start date in a child care position. There is now a current health assessment on file.
The file for staff #19 lacked a TB test which was conducted within 12 months on or before initial tart date in a child care position. SEE IS CODE SHEET. There is now a current TB screening on file.
The facility file lacked documentation that local traffic authorities were notified in writing within the past year of the program's use of pedestrian and vehicular routes around the child care facility.
There was more than 12 months between fire safety trainings for staff #7, 10, 11, 12, 15 and 16. Dates are as follows; Staff #7, 10, 11, 12, and 15 - 8/16/21 and 8/19/22. Staff #16 - 8/16/21 and 10/14/22. The file for staff #13 lacked fire safety training within one year of hire. SEE IS CODE SHEET. There is now fire safety training on file and dated 8/19/22,
Staff persons #19 and 20 did not complete the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Staff # 19 - Pediatric CPR and First Aid. There is now current Pediatric CPR and FA training on file and dated 12/15/22. Staff #20 - Pediatric CPR and First Aid and Health and Safety. There are now current trainings on file and dated - Pediatric CPR and First Aid - 12/15/22 and Health and Safety - 12/26/22.
Staff person # 9 and 17 have not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Staff #9 and 17 - 6 hour Health and Safety training dated 9/30/16 - 6/30/18 or 10 hours health and safety training. Staff #9 completed the 6 hour health and safety training which is dated 8/20/18 and Staff #17 completed the 6 hour health and safety training which is dated 2/27/19.
Staff person #17 has not completed the mandated reporter training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet). The current mandated reporter training on file is not an acceptable mandated reporter training for child care employees.
The file for staff #2, who holds the title of group supervisor, lacks verification of the degree in Early Childhood Education. The file for staff #3, who holds the title of director, lacks verification of a bachelor's degree and child care hours needed based on the type of bachelor's degree. The file for staff #5, who holds the title of aide, lacks verification of a high school diploma or GED.
The files for staff #6, 7, 8, 10, 11, 13, 14 and 15 lack a written evaluation from the director within the past year.
The most current fee agreement on file for child #6 was not signed by the operator.
The most current fee agreement on file for child #1 lacks the address of the child's physician or source of medical care.
There was more than six months between reviews of the emergency contact information on file for child #3, 4 and 5. Dates are as follows: Child #3 - 6/24/22 and 3/21/23, Child #4 - 8/1/22 and 2/24/23, Child #5 - 8/4/22 and 2/27/23.
There was more than six months between reviews of the fee agreement on file for children #3 and 5. Dates are as follows; Child #3 - 8/25/22 and 2/21/23 and Child #5 - 8/4/22 and 2/27/23.
The file for staff #6 contains 10 of the 12 required child care hours of training from 12/19/21 - 12/19/22.
The file for Staff person #1 included criminal history clearances dated 2/9/17 and 6/15/22, more than 60 months apart; child abuse clearances dated 2/9/17 and 6/22/22, more than 60 months apart; and FBI clearances dated 2/7/17 and 6/22/22, more than 60 months apart.
The facility does not have proof of purchase of the fire alarm system.
The file for staff person #2 was observed not to contain documentation of application of an FBI clearance prior to date of hire (See LIS CODE SHEET) required for provisional hiring under the CPSL. The file for staff person #11 was observed not to contain documentation of application of an FBI clearance prior to date of hire (See LIS CODE SHEET) required for provisional hiring under the CPSL. The two most recent child abuse clearances on file for Staff person #14 are dated 9/10/15 and 10/23/20, more than 60 months apart. The two most recent FBI clearances on file for Staff person #15 are dated 8/21/15 and 8/13/21, more than 60 months apart. The two most recent criminal history clearances on file for Staff person #18 are dated 5/20/14 and 1/15/20, more than 60 months apart; child abuse clearances dated 5/29/14 and 1/22/20, more than 60 months apart; and FBI clearances dated 4/29/14 and 1/22/20, more than 60 months apart.
The file for staff person #3 was observed not to contain a valid FBI clearance or an NSOR certificate within 45 days of hire, or proof of application for either clearance prior to hire. (See LIS CODE SHEET). The file for staff person #6 was observed not to contain documentation of an FBI clearance prior to date of hire (See LIS CODE SHEET) required for provisional hiring under the CPSL. The file for staff person #7 was observed not to contain a valid FBI clearance or an NSOR certificate within 45 days of hire, or proof of application for either clearance prior to hire. (See LIS CODE SHEET). The file for staff person #9 was observed not to contain a valid NSOR certificate within 45 days of hire, or proof of application prior to hire. (See LIS CODE SHEET). The most recent criminal history clearance, child abuse clearance, and FBI clearance on file for Staff person #13, all dated 2/21/17, are dated more than 60 months ago. The most recent criminal history clearance on file for Staff member #14, dated 8/25/15, is dated more than 60 months ago.
The file for staff person #1, #2, #3, #4, #5, #6, #7, #9, #10, #11, #12, was observed not to contain documentation of emergency plan training at initial hire. (See LIS CODE SHEET). The file for staff person #13, an existing staff person, was observed not to contain documentation of emergency plan training within the last year. The most recent emergency plan training on file for staff person #16, #17, #18, and #19 is dated 8/21/20, more than 1 year ago. The most recent emergency plan training on file for staff person #14, and #15 is dated 8/22/19, more than 1 year ago.
In Room 107 there was a detached metal strip at the base of the right rear exit door, leading to the play yard, created a scraping/cutting hazard.
There was a hole in the wall with exposed plaster and peeling paint in Room 105 in the Quiet area, and there were 2 additional holes in the wall with exposed plaster under the Art bulletin board. There was peeling, tan paint present on the left wall in room 107. There was an area of peeling paint in Room 206 by the climber.
The thermometer in the refrigerator in Room 205, where children's lunches and milk are stored, was reading a temperature of 50 degrees Fahrenheit.
The current immunization record on file for Child #7, who is 2 years old, does not include an annual influenza vaccination, as recommended by the ACIP for a child this age. The current immunization record on file for Child #8, who is 2 years old, does not include an annual influenza vaccination, 4 Pneumococcal vaccinations, 2 Hepatitis A vaccinations, or 1 Varicella vaccination, as recommended by the ACIP for a child this age. The current immunization record on file for Child #9, who is 4 years old, does not include an annual influenza vaccination, as recommended by the ACIP for a child this age. The current immunization record on file for Child #10, who is 5 years old, does not include an annual influenza vaccination, or 4 Pneumococcal vaccinations, as recommended by the ACIP for a child this age. The current immunization record on file for Child #11, who is 4 years old, does not include an annual influenza vaccination; 3 Hepatitis B vaccinations; 4 Pneumococcal vaccinations; 2 Hepatitis A vaccinations; an MMR vaccination, or a Varicella vaccination, as recommended by the ACIP for a child this age.
There were Benadryl chewable tablets and Benadryl liquid in Room 104 that were not labeled for use by a specific child.
In Room 110, there were 2 EpiPens, labeled for use by Child #1, which expired in April 2021 and June 2021. In Room 110, there was an EpiPen labeled for use by Child #2 which expired in 1/2021; a Ventolin inhaler labeled for use by Child #3 that expired in 10/2021; and a bottle of Cetrizine Hydrochloride in Room 110, labeled for use by Child #2, which expired in 9/2021.
There was an Inhaler in Room 205 labeled for use by Child #3 which did not have written parental consent to administer. There was an EpiPen in Room 104, labeled for use by Child #4 that did not have written parental permission to administer.
The file for staff person #1 was observed not to contain documentation of a health assessment being completed within 12 months prior to date of hire (See LIS CODE SHEET). The health assessment on file for staff person #1 was dated 7/31/18. The file for staff person #2, #3, #4, #5, #7, #10, #12, #20 was observed not to contain documentation of a health assessment being completed within 12 months prior to date of hire (See LIS CODE SHEET). Staff person #2, #3, #4, #5, #7, #10, #12, #20 does not have a valid health assessment on file. The two most recent health assessments on file for Staff person #13 are dated 2/21/19 and 3/2/21, more than 24 months apart. The two most recent health assessments on file for Staff person #15 are dated 7/18/18 and 9/9/21, more than 24 months apart. The most recent health assessment on file for Staff person #16 is dated 6/10/19, more than 24 months ago. The most recent health assessment on file for Staff person #17 is dated 12/11/18, more than 24 months ago. The most recent health assessment on file for Staff person #18 is dated1/24/19, more than 24 months ago. The most recent health assessment on file for Staff person #19 is dated 8/17/18, more than 24…
The file for staff person #1 was observed not to contain documentation of a tuberculosis screening being completed within 12 months prior to date of hire (See LIS CODE SHEET). The tuberculosis screening on file for staff person #1 was dated 7/31/18.
The facility did not have documentation of 30 day testing of the fire alarm system since 12/19/20.
The file for Staff person #14 contained documentation of pediatric first-aid and CPR which expired 8/20/19. The file for Staff person #15 contained documentation of pediatric first-aid and CPR which expired 6/28/19.
The most recent fire safety training on file for Staff person #13 is dated 8/20/19, more than 1 year ago. The most recent fire safety training on file for Staff person #14, #15, is dated 8/22/19, more than 1 year ago. The most recent fire safety training on file for Staff person #16, #17, #18, and #19 is dated 8/21/20, more than 1 year ago.
The file for staff person #2, #3, #5, #6, #7, #8, #!2, and #20, was observed not to have completed pre-service training within 90 days of hire (See LIS CODE SHEET). The pre-service training on file for staff person # 5 was dated 3/1/22. The pre-service training on file for staff person # 12 was dated 9/30/21. The file for Staff person #2, #3, #6. #7, #8, and #20 does not include completed pre-service training.
The file for staff person #1, #2, #4, #7, was observed not to contain documentation of completion of Mandated Reporter Training within the first 90 days of hire (See LIS CODE SHEET). Mandated Reporter Training on file for staff person #1 was dated 2/17/22. The file for Staff person #2, #4, #7, did not include verification of mandated reporter training. The most recent mandated reporter training on file for Staff person #13 is dated 2/21/17, more than 60 months ago.
The file for staff person #2, #20, classified as an aide, does not include verification of high school diploma or a minimum of an 8th grade education and 2 years of child care experience. The file for staff person #5, classified as an assistant group supervisor, does not include verification of high school diploma and 2 years of child care experience; or 30 credits in education or a related human services field; or 15 credits in education or a related human services field and 1 year of child care experience.
The most recent staff evaluation on file for Staff person #13 is dated 3/5/21, more than 12 months ago. The 2 most recent staff evaluations on file for Staff person #14 are dated 10/10/19 and 1/31/22, more than 12 months apart. The 2 most recent staff evaluations on file for Staff person #15 are dated 6/28/19 and 2/8/22, more than 12 months apart.
The daily activity schedule was not posted in Room 102.
The emergency contact form on file for Child #5 does not include the health insurance coverage or policy number for the child's health care policy. The emergency contact form observed in Room 110, for Child #6, does not include the health insurance policy number.
The files for staff person #2, #5, #8, #9, and #20 were observed not to contain 2 written non-family personal references, required at hire. (See LIS CODE SHEET).
The files for Staff #1, #2, #5, #6, #7, #11, #12, #20, who are new hires, lacked documentation of current certification in pediatric first-aid and CPR. Certification, which was due within 90 days of hire. (See LIS Code sheet). Staff person #1, #2, #5, #6, #7, #11, #12, #20 does not have verification of completed pediatric First Aid/CPR training on file.
The facility did not have verification of notifying parents how to access the regulations in this chapter electronically.
The file for Staff person #14, #15, #17, #18, #19, #21, and #22, who were hired prior to 12/19/20, do not include 12 hours of annual training between 12/19/20-12/19/21, as required per Announcement C-21-09.
“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 |
|---|---|---|
| Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) | $84.00 | $56.00 |
| Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) | $84.00 | $56.00 |
| Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) | $77.55 | $59.82 |
| Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) | $77.55 | $59.82 |
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 The Early Learning Center at Yeshiva had any serious violations?
Pennsylvania cited 12 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 Jul 7, 2026 (supervision): “At approximately 1:05 p.m., 36 children and 8 staff persons were observed in the swimming pool area. When Staff Person #1 was asked to identify the children assigned to their supervision group, Staff Person #1…” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.
Have there been complaints about The Early Learning Center at Yeshiva?
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 The Early Learning Center at Yeshiva’s Keystone STARS rating?
STAR 4, effective Sep 15, 2025. Keystone STARS is Pennsylvania’s quality rating program for child care, from STAR 1 to STAR 4. It measures program quality, not inspection results, so read both.
How does The Early Learning Center at Yeshiva compare with other daycares in Pittsburgh?
It is tied for #237 of 251 centers in Pittsburgh by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 99% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.
When was The Early Learning Center at Yeshiva last inspected?
Mar 23, 2026 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.
How much does The Early Learning Center at Yeshiva cost?
It reported full-time daily rates of $84.00 for young toddler, $84.00 for older toddler, $77.55 for preschool, $77.55 for young school-age in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.
Who runs The Early Learning Center at Yeshiva?
The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Yeshivath Achei Tmimim Of Pittsburgh.
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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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