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The Learning Nest LLC

2553 Mosside Blvd, Monroeville, PA 15146 · Allegheny County
1 core-safety citation in last 12 months Keystone STAR 1

The Learning Nest LLC is a certified child care center in Monroeville, PA, with capacity for 64 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 1 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it twice. The state cited 13 violations, 1 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep). All 13 came in the last 12 months, including 1 on a core-safety topic. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is #7 of 13 centers in Monroeville and has more citations per inspection than 66% of Pennsylvania certified centers.

Inspection record

More citations than 66% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. More citations than most
#7 of 13 centers in Monroeville
1 Core-safety citations
12 Other citations
2 Inspections
0 Complaint investigations that found violations
13 citations from 2 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · 13 in the last 12 months · last inspected Oct 9, 2026

Every state visit

2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom) Oct 9, 2026 · Inspection · no citation Jun 9, 2026 · 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 3
Training & qualifications 3
Records & paperwork 3
Health & medication 2
Background checks 1
Emergency preparedness 1

Citations, newest first

Core safety Jun 9, 2026 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
The file(s) for Staff Person (s) #2 lacked the NSOR Certificate. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET) The PA State Police (Dated: 10.15.2025) and FBI (Dated: 09.26.2025) clearances and NSOR certificate (Dated: 12.19.2025) for Staff #5 were dated after their hire date, resulting in an incorrect provisional hire. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET) The Child Abuse Clearance (Dated: 02.11.2026) for Staff #3 was dated after their hire date, resulting in an incorrect provisional hire. The PA State Police Clearance (Dated: 05.17.2026) for Staff #13 was dated after their hire date, resulting in an incorrect provisional hire. The FBI Clearance (Dated: 11.07.2024) for Staff #10 was dated after their hire date, resulting in an incorrect provisional hire.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 6, 2026): “Staff person #2 was immediately sent home and was informed they needed to submit the NSOR when received in the mail. Staff person #3, #5, #10, #13 had the correct clearance in the file at inspection. The Director will keep a record of all staff members information (clearances, disclosure, dates) on…”
Citation Jun 9, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.21
In an unlocked, child-height desk drawer, in the Downstairs Main Room (Right Side), a pair of adult scissors which pose a cutting and/or puncture hazard were accessible to children.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 6, 2026): “The scissors were removed from the desk drawer immediately. They will never be stored there anymore.”
Citation Jun 9, 2026 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Training regarding plan/Exp, educ., training at facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(c)/3270.192(2)(iii)
The file(s) for Staff Person(s) #1, #2, #3, #4, #5, #6, #7, #8, #9 and #10 (See LIS for DOH) lacked Emergency Plan Training within 90 days of initial employment. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET) The file for Staff #11 lacked documentation of Emergency Plan Training within 12 months of the last documented Emergency Plan Training dated: 02.2025. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET)
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 6, 2026): “New staff members will receive the emergency plan training at the time of initial employment and all current staff will receive the training on an annual basis and anytime there are updates. A list of staff members names and dates will be on file at the facility.”
Citation Jun 9, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76
The garbage can in front of the downstairs bathroom next to the changing table the wall was deeply gouged from the garbage can's closing mechanism rubbing against the wall when opening and closing the lid.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 6, 2026): “The wall was cleaned and a cover was placed on the wall to prevent the wear and tear of the garbage can.”
Citation Jun 9, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
No peeling paint or plaster 55 Pa. Code §3270.77(a)
In the Downstairs Main Room (Right Side), behind the teacher's desk chair, next to the exterior exit door, was peeling paint. In the Downstairs Main Room (Left Side), behind the resting equipment was peeling paint.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 6, 2026): “The peeling paint was cleaned up and a wall cover was placed to cover the damaged areas.”
Citation Jun 9, 2026 Inspection Health & medication
Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(b)(2)/3270.181(c)
The file(s) for Child(ren) #1 (PS), #2 (PS) and #3 (OT), lacked an Updated Health Report within the last year. Specifically, the initial health assessment for Child #1 (PS) was dated: 04.10.2024, Child #2 (PS) was dated: 03.13.2024 and child #3 (OT) was dated 01.27.2025. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET) The file(s) for Child(ren) #3 (OT) reflects that the most recent Updated Health Assessment was completed more than 12 months after the Initial Health Assessment. Specifically, the initial health assessment for Child(ren) #3 was dated: 06.07.2024 and the updated health assessment was dated: 03.18.2026.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 6, 2026): “The director contacted the parents to notify them that they will need to submit a child health report as soon a possible and were received.”
Citation Jun 9, 2026 Inspection Health & medication
Physical examination/Health assessment, TB test 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(c)(1)/3270.192(3)
The Initial Health Assessment for Staff #5 was dated (01.13.2026), Staff #14 dated (08.06.2024) which is past their Date of Hire. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET)
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 6, 2026): “Staff members were made aware of the health assessment requirements and the importance to have it submitted in a timely manner.”
Citation Jun 9, 2026 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)
Staff Person #5 completed Pediatric First Aid/Pediatric CPR training on 02.21.2026; however, it was more than 90 days past their Date of Hire. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET) Staff Person #5 completed Health and Safety Training (Part 1: 12.18.2025) and (Part 2: 12.17.2025) however, it was more than 90 days past their Date of Hire. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET) Staff Person #5 completed Pediatric First Aid/Pediatric CPR training on 02.21.2026; however, it was more than 90 days past their Date of Hire. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET)
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 6, 2026): “New staff members will receive Pediatric First Aid/Pediatric CPR training within 90 days of hire. All current staff member will be alerted 30-60 days prior to the expiration of their certificate.”
Citation Jun 9, 2026 Inspection Training & qualifications
Each staff person meets quals/Exp, educ., training prior to facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.33(a)/3270.192(2)(ii)
The file(s) for Staff #3 and #6 lacked documentation of previous childcare experience, making it unable to be determined if the individual qualified as a staff person. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET)
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 6, 2026): “The director will reach out to individuals to verify childcare experience, education and training.”
Citation Jun 9, 2026 Inspection Training & qualifications
Staff evaluations 55 Pa. Code §3270.34(a)(6)
The file for Staff Person(s) #11 and #12 lacked documentation of a Staff Evaluation within 12 months of the last documented Staff Evaluation dated: 05.2025. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET) Staff Person(s) #10 lacked a written Staff Evaluation within a minimum of 12 months of employment. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET)
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 6, 2026): “The director will be responsible for checking the dates of hire and writing an evaluation for staff members.”
Citation Jun 9, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Services proceeded 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(3)
The Child Service Report(s) for child(ren) #1, #2, #3, #4 and #5 did not include a six-month update from the last report date. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET)
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 6, 2026): “Staff member will be advised to make sure the child service reports are done every six months.”
Citation Jun 9, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(f)/3270.181(c)
The file for child(ren) #4 and #5 contained an Emergency Contact form that was not updated within 6 months of the previous update. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET)
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 6, 2026): “The parent shall be notified in a six month time frame to update the emergency contact form or as soon as there is a change in information.”
Citation Jun 9, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos 55 Pa. Code §3270.181(c)
The file for child(ren) #4 and #5 contained a Financial Agreement form that had updates more than six months apart. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET)
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 6, 2026): “The director will obtain the proper signatures for the emergency contact information and the financial agreements. All forms will be checked for completion to make sure all field are completed.”

“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.

About this center

Capacity 64 children
Certificate status Regular (COMPASS: awaiting renewal)
Certificate dated through Sep 30, 2026 (renewal pending)
Keystone STARS STAR 1
since Oct 25, 2024 · what STARS means
Operator The Learning Nest LLC
Phone —
State certificate # CER-00244492
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Common questions

Has The Learning Nest LLC had any serious violations?

Pennsylvania cited 1 violation 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 Jun 9, 2026 (background checks): “The file(s) for Staff Person (s) #2 lacked the NSOR Certificate. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET) The PA State Police (Dated: 10.15.2025) and FBI (Dated: 09.26.2025) clearances and NSOR certificate (Dated: 12.19.2025) for Staff #5…” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.

Have there been complaints about The Learning Nest LLC?

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

What is The Learning Nest LLC’s Keystone STARS rating?

STAR 1, effective Oct 25, 2024. Keystone STARS is Pennsylvania’s quality rating program for child care, from STAR 1 to STAR 4. It measures program quality, not inspection results, so read both.

How does The Learning Nest LLC compare with other daycares in Monroeville?

It is #7 of 13 centers in Monroeville by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 66% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.

When was The Learning Nest LLC last inspected?

Oct 9, 2026 (allocated unannounced monitoring). No violations were cited during that visit.

Who runs The Learning Nest LLC?

The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is The Learning Nest LLC.

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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