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Toddlers Patch Childcare CTR

2106 Brownsville Rd, Pittsburgh, PA 15210 · Allegheny County
Keystone STAR 1

Toddlers Patch Childcare CTR is a certified child care center in Pittsburgh, PA, with capacity for 98 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 1 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 6 times. The state cited 38 violations, 1 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for building & playground safety (19 of 38). 6 citations came in the last 12 months. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is tied for #87 of 251 centers in Pittsburgh and has more citations per inspection than 70% of Pennsylvania certified centers.

Inspection record

More citations than 70% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. More citations than most
Tied for #87 of 251 centers in Pittsburgh
1 Core-safety citations
37 Other citations
6 Inspections
0 Complaint investigations that found violations
38 citations from 6 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · 6 in the last 12 months · last inspected Jun 9, 2026

Every state visit

2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom) Jun 9, 2026 · Inspection · citation found Jan 29, 2026 · Inspection · citation found Jun 17, 2025 · Inspection · citation found Jun 20, 2024 · Inspection · citation found Jun 22, 2023 · Inspection · citation found Jun 16, 2022 · 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 19
Records & paperwork 7
Emergency preparedness 6
Health & medication 3
Training & qualifications 2
Sleep safety 1

Citations, newest first

Citation Jun 9, 2026 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Plan reviewed/updated annually 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(b)
The two most recent emergency plan reviews on file were dated 4/17/25 and 5/1/26, more than 12 months apart.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 18, 2026): “A current emergency plan review was documented in the emergency response manual with its date of 5/1/26.”
Citation Jun 9, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Locked or inaccessible 55 Pa. Code §3270.66(a)
Bingo dabbers, labeled keep out of the reach of children, were observed in an unlocked cabinet in the Preschool/School Age room and accessible to children. Various cleaning supplies, labeled keep out of the reach of children, were observed in an unlocked cabinet under the sink in the Toddler room and accessible to children.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 18, 2026): “The locks on the cabinet were replaced with new locks and locked securely on the cabinets. Bingo dabbers were disposed of.”
Citation Jun 9, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
No peeling paint or plaster 55 Pa. Code §3270.77(a)
In the Preschool/School Age room, peeling brown paint was observed at the base of the painted tree on the wall.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 18, 2026): “The base of the tree was repaired and free of any damaged board.”
Citation Jun 9, 2026 Inspection Health & medication
12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(a)/3270.192(3)
The two most recent health assessments on file for Staff #1 are dated 9/30/22 and 11/1/24, more than 24 months apart.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 18, 2026): “A current health assessment for Staff #1 is in the file. Staff #1 is a seasonal employee (attends college in the fall and spring).”
Citation Jan 29, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
No peeling paint or plaster 55 Pa. Code §3270.77(a)
In the Pre-K/SA Room, peeling paint was observed on the heat register under the tree mural.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 9, 2026): “The peeling paint on the heat register in Pre-K/SA Room was repaired and there is no sign of peeling paint.”
Citation Jan 29, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Clean and good repair 55 Pa. Code §3270.102(a)
In the Pre-K/SA Room, a clear plastic bin containing engineer toys was observed to be cracked and could cause injury.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 9, 2026): “The cracked bin was disposed of and the engineer toys were placed in a new bin.”
Citation Jun 17, 2025 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Contact when arises 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(3)
The facility's emergency plan lacked a method to contact parents when an emergency situation arises.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 25, 2025): “To correct this violation, I added our method to contact parents regarding an emergency situation to our emergency plan and parent letter. Our method of contact is phone call or message by the director/management to parents as soon as reasonably possible when an emergency arises.”
Citation Jun 17, 2025 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Contact when ended 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(4)
The facility's emergency plan lacked a method to inform parents that the emergency has ended and how they can safely reunite with their children.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 25, 2025): “To correct this violation, I added our method to contact parents, which is a phone call or message from the director/management including the ending of an emergency situation and the instructions on how to safely reunite with their children to our emergency plan and parent letter.”
Citation Jun 17, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Clean and good repair 55 Pa. Code §3270.102(a)
In the PreK/School-Age Room, a magnet tile was observed to be cracked along the edge and not in good repair. In the PreK/School-Age Room, a black plastic drawer was observed to contain sharp plastic edges which could cause injury.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 25, 2025): “While the inspector was at the center, I disposed the broken magnet tile and the black plastic drawer set.”
Citation Jun 17, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Small Toys and Objects 55 Pa. Code §3270.103
In the bathroom (left), a loose garbage bag was observed covering a urinal and accessible to children still placing objects in their mouths.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 25, 2025): “To correct this violation the garbage bag was removed from the urinal and a sign for adults only was placed at the urinals.”
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Citation Jun 17, 2025 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 facility's two most recent annual fire alarm inspection reports are dated 5/2/24 and 5/8/25, more than 12 months apart.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 25, 2025): “I explained to the state inspector regarding this violation on the day of the inspection. We called the company to set up an appointment for our annual fire system test and the first appointment they had available before our yearly expiration date was 5/1/25 to which we would have remained in…”
Citation Jun 17, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Insurance coverage information 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(6)
The emergency contact form for Child #1 lacked the child's health insurance coverage.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 25, 2025): “To correct this violation, the child 1's parent updated the name of the child's health insurance to the emergency contact form.”
Citation Jun 20, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Small Toys and Objects 55 Pa. Code §3270.103
In the toddler room, a sensory table was observed to contain rice that was less than 1 inch in diameter and accessible to children who are still placing objects in their mouths.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 9, 2024): “During our inspection I removed and discarded the rice from the Toddler Room sensory table and spoke with the staff about only placing objects that are greater than 1 inch in diameter in the sensory table. I also verified this correction with our inspector before she left.”
Citation Jun 20, 2024 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Every 60 days 55 Pa. Code §3270.94(a)(1)
The facility's fire drill log includes dates 5/9/23-7/29/23, which are more than 60 days apart.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 9, 2024): “All fire drills will be conducted and documented at least once every 60 days. Since the dates listed above in the violation they have been conducted within 60 days of each other.”
Citation Jun 20, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Name/address/phone release person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(7)
The Emergency Contact forms for Child #1, Child #2, and Child #3 lacked the complete address of the listed release persons.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 9, 2024): “The children's parents completed the addresses for the Release Persons on their child's Emergency Contact Forms and signed with their signature and date of completion.”
Citation Jun 22, 2023 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
The facility's emergency plan did not include details regarding continuity of operations as required by Announcement C-22-04.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 13, 2023): “A Continuity of Operations will be added to Emergency Response Manuel and the appropriate authorities, parents, and staff will be notified properly.”
Citation Jun 22, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
Original container 55 Pa. Code §3270.66(b)
A reusable bottle containing bleach solution, but lacking a label identifying its contents, was observed in the infant room.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 6, 2023): “The bottle was labeled properly with its contents.”
Citation Jun 22, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
Arts and crafts non-toxic 55 Pa. Code §3270.66(e)
Two cans of shaving cream labeled keep out of reach of children were observed in the toddler room. Based on statements made by staff, the shaving cream was intended for art projects. The cans were also labeled "ART" in black marker.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 6, 2023): “The two cans of shaving cream were thrown away.”
Citation Jun 22, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
Screened/Good repair 55 Pa. Code §3270.72(b)/3270.72(c)
Two exterior doors at the facility were open for ventilation on the day of the inspection. Both doors were equipped with two-piece magnetic screens, however a there was a gap in the lower portion of the screen being used in the PS/SA room. The magnetic closures were not fully closed. Additionally, a tear about 3 inches long was observed on the magnetic screen in the infant room door.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 27, 2023): “PS/SA door - The gate needs to be placed outside of the screen for the screen to close completely. The gate was placed correctly and the screen closes completely. Infant door - The screen was replaced with a new magnetic screen free of tears and it closes completely.”
Citation Jun 22, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
Clean and good repair 55 Pa. Code §3270.82(g)
Two toilets used by children were not operable on the day of the inspection.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 27, 2023): “The two toilets will be repaired or replaced with new toilets.”
Citation Jun 22, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
Stairs, exits, etc. unobstructed 55 Pa. Code §3270.91(a)
The rear exit door of the infant room required significant force to open. Statements from staff indicated the door was difficult for them to open.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 27, 2023): “To help the ease of opening the steel door, WD-40 will be applied to the steel hinges to help open the door more freely.”
Citation Jun 22, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
Clean and good repair 55 Pa. Code §3270.102(a)
A broken corner with sharp edges was observed on a plastic tub used to store dramatic play clothes in the PS/SA room.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 6, 2023): “The bin was thrown away.”
Citation Jun 22, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
Clean, good repair, proper size 55 Pa. Code §3270.104(a)
A red adult chair in the infant room was broken. The plastic seat was not connected to the metal frame. The chair had previously been taped, but was no longer stable.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 6, 2023): “The adult chair was thrown away.”
Citation Jun 22, 2023 Inspection Health & medication
Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months/Initial and subsequent health reports 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(b)(2)/3270.182(1)
The file for child #3 contained consecutive health reports dated more than 12 months apart. The most recent health report on file is now current.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 6, 2023): “The child had a current and up to date Health Assessment on file.”
Citation Jun 22, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Parent receives original/Copy of initial and subsequent agreements. Parent receives original. 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(b)/3270.182(8)
The files for children #1-6 contained the original agreements.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 6, 2023): “Original agreements were copied and the original ones were given to the parents. The copies of the Agreements were placed in their corresponding child's files.”
Citation Jun 22, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Name/address/phone release person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(7)
The emergency contact information for child #6 did not include the address of the individuals designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 27, 2023): “The designated pick-up individuals' addresses for the child was added to her Emergency Contact Form.”
Core safety Jun 16, 2022 Inspection Sleep safety
Clean and good repair/Infant sleep position 55 Pa. Code §3270.102(a)/3270.119
The removable pad of a portable crib in the nursery had a bulging area spanning the full width of one end of the pad. The inner filling has pulled away from the solid back covering of the pad creating the lump. Based on statements made by staff, the portable crib has continued to be used by an infant.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 15, 2022): “The portable crib pad was removed and disposed of and replaced with a new portable crib pad.”
Citation Jun 16, 2022 Inspection Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76
Sharp areas of metal were observed on the top of the guard built around the heat source in the older toddler area.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 6, 2022): “Violation was corrected by placing duct tape around all sharp edges of exposed radiator screening covers.”
Citation Jun 16, 2022 Inspection Building & playground safety
No peeling paint or plaster 55 Pa. Code §3270.77(a)
Two areas of peeling paint were observed on the exterior trim around the door between the toddler room and the outdoor play space.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 15, 2022): “The area will be scraped free of any peeled paint and repainted.”
Citation Jun 16, 2022 Inspection Building & playground safety
Clean and good repair 55 Pa. Code §3270.102(a)
Broken and cracked areas of plastic were observed on 4 magnetic blocks in the preschool/school age room. A protruding sharp screw was observed where a knob was missing on a play kitchen in the PS/SA room.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 6, 2022): “All broken magnetic blocks were disposed of immediately.The hole where the exposed screw was inside was covered and is no longer a cause of possible exposure.”
Citation Jun 16, 2022 Inspection Health & medication
12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(a)/3270.192(3)
The files for staff #1 and #4 contained consecutive health assessments conducted more than 24 months apart. The most recent health assessment on file for both staff is now current.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 6, 2022): “Staff members #1 and #4 have current health assessments in their file.”
Citation Jun 16, 2022 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(6)
The facility did not have documentation of conducting an annual emergency drill.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 15, 2022): “An Emergency Drill will be conducted and documented.”
Citation Jun 16, 2022 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 operator did not provide proof of purchase or record of installation for the facility's fire alarm system.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 6, 2022): “The operator completed the attestation that is required if you can not provide the proof of purchase record of installation of our fire alarm system.”
Citation Jun 16, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Admission date 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(6)
The file for child #1 contained an agreement which did not specify the date of the child's admission.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 6, 2022): “The child's admission date was added to the Agreement and signed/dated by the parent.”
Citation Jun 16, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Name/address/phone release person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(7)
The file for child #2 contained emergency contact information which did not include the address of 1 individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 6, 2022): “The addresses were added to the child's Emergency Contact Form and signed/dated by the parent.”
Citation Jun 16, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Each child care space 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(c)
Emergency contact information for child #3 was not present in the child care space where they were receiving care.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 6, 2022): “The operator copied the child's Emergency Contact Form and it was placed in a labeled folder in the child's room.”
Citation Jun 16, 2022 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR/Exp, educ., training at facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)(10)/3270.192(2)(iii)
The file for staff #3 contained pediatric CPR/FA certification which was completed more than 90 days after hire. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET)
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 6, 2022): “Staff #3 has current training on file.”
Citation Jun 16, 2022 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training/Exp, educ., training at facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)/3270.192(2)(iii)
The file for staff #2 contained documentation of professional development hours which were completed late.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 6, 2022): “Staff member #2 completed 12 hours of annual training.”

“Core safety” marks citations about supervision and staff ratios, discipline and caregiver conduct, background checks, child protection and safe sleep, the topics our score weights most. Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity. “Follow-up” marks a violation re-cited at a follow-up visit, counted once. How scores work.

Daily rates

Age group Full time, per day Part time, per day
Newborn (Under 6 Weeks) $66.00 $54.40
Infant (6 Weeks-12 mos.) $66.00 $54.40
Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) $64.50 $51.50
Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) $63.00 $50.00
Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) $58.00 $46.00
Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) $51.40 $35.50
Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.) $51.40 $35.50

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 98 children
Certificate status Regular
Certificate valid through Sep 3, 2027
Keystone STARS STAR 1
since Sep 30, 2018 · what STARS means
Operator Toddlers Patch Childcare Center INC
Hours Monday–Friday 6:30 AM–7:00 PM How Pennsylvania centers’ hours compare
Phone (412) 882-1286
State certificate # CER-00257446
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Common questions

Has Toddlers Patch Childcare CTR 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 16, 2022 (sleep safety): “The removable pad of a portable crib in the nursery had a bulging area spanning the full width of one end of the pad. The inner filling has pulled away from the solid back covering of the pad creating the lump. Based on…” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.

Have there been complaints about Toddlers Patch Childcare CTR?

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

What is Toddlers Patch Childcare CTR’s Keystone STARS rating?

STAR 1, effective Sep 30, 2018. 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 Toddlers Patch Childcare CTR compare with other daycares in Pittsburgh?

It is tied for #87 of 251 centers in Pittsburgh by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 70% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.

When was Toddlers Patch Childcare CTR last inspected?

Jun 9, 2026 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.

How much does Toddlers Patch Childcare CTR cost?

It reported full-time daily rates of $66.00 for newborn, $66.00 for infant, $64.50 for young toddler, $63.00 for older toddler in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.

Who runs Toddlers Patch Childcare CTR?

The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Toddlers Patch Childcare Center 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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