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Childrens Choice Day Care
3200 Industrial Dr, Aliquippa PA 15001 · License #CER-00246321 · Child Care Center
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- (878) 313-3108
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- 3200 Industrial Dr, Aliquippa PA 15001 · Directions
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- 1-Star quality rating
- Accepts Child Care Works subsidy
- Licensed for 108 children
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Violations per inspection, 3-yrInspection history & violations
Source: Pennsylvania DHS, Office of Child Development and Early Learning- Violation
3270.51 · When children are grouped in similar age levels, the following maximum child group sizes and ratios of staff persons apply: Infants 1:4 with a maximum group size of 8; Young toddlers 1:5 with a maximum group size of 10; Older toddlers 1:6 with a maximum group size of 12; Preschool children 1:10 with a maximum group size of 20; Young school-age children 1:12 with a maximum group size of 24; Older school-age children 1:15 with a maximum group size of 30.
Based on staff statements, the older toddler classroom normally has 4--6 older toddler-age children, and during restroom use the restroom located inside the classroom is used by staff with the door closed, leaving the children alone. Staff also stated that the young toddler room normally has 7--8 young toddlers and requires two staff; when one staff person uses the restroom, the remaining staff person is left alone with 7--8 young toddlers.
Corrected by Feb 22, 2026
- Violation
3270.52 · When children are grouped in mixed age levels, the age of the youngest child in the group determines the staff:child ratio and maximum group size in accordance with the requirements in § 3270.51 (relating to similar age level).
Based on staff statements, restroom coverage is managed by bringing children from the older toddler or preschool classrooms to the doorway of the infant room. Staff stated the infant room typically has 3--4 infants present and that, during these times, one staff person is responsible for supervising 9--10 children aged infant--2 years when older toddlers are present, or up to 14 infants and preschool-age children when preschool children are included, for approximately 2--3 minutes.
Corrected by Feb 22, 2026
- Violation
3270.113(a) · Children on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the premises shall be supervised by a staff person at all times. Outdoor play space used by the facility is considered part of the facility premises.
Based on staff statement, in order to use the restroom, staff would use the restroom in the classroom, close the door and leave 4-6 older toddler age children in the room unsupervised.
Corrected by Feb 22, 2026
- Violation
3270.113(a)(1) · 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 on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the facility premises.
Based on staff statement, in order to use the restroom, staff would use the restroom in the classroom, close the door and leave 4-6 older toddler age children in the room unsupervised.
Corrected by Feb 22, 2026
- Violation
3270.124(b)(4)/3270.182(3) · Emergency contact information must include the written consent signed by a parent for emergency medical care. A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child. Written consent is required prior to admission.
The file for Child #1 contained an emergency contact form that was lacking signed parental permission for emergency medical care for the child.
Corrected by Aug 27, 2025
- Violation
3270.133(2) · A staff person shall administer a prescription medication only if written instructions are provided from the individual who prescribed the medicine. Instructions for administration contained on a prescription label are acceptable.
In Room #4 there were diabetes pen's for Child #2 that did not have the written instructions from the individual who prescribed the medicine.
Corrected by Aug 27, 2025
- Violation
3270.182(5) · A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff. Written consent is required prior to admission.
The file for Child #1 contained an emergency contact form that was lacking signed parental consent for administration of minor first aid by facility staff.
Corrected by Aug 27, 2025
- Violation
3270.131(d)(1) · A health report shall include a review of the child's health history.
The file for Child #1 contained a health assessment where the doctor did not check the box concerning the child's health history.
Corrected by Aug 13, 2024
- Violation
3270.131(d)(2) · A health report shall include a list of the child's allergies.
The file for Child #1 contained a health assessment where the doctor did not check the box concerning the child's allergies.
Corrected by Aug 13, 2024
- Violation
3270.131(d)(3) · A health report shall include a list of the child's current medication and the reason for the medication.
The file for Child #1 contained a health assessment where the doctor did not check the box concerning the child's medication and reason for the medication.
Corrected by Aug 13, 2024
- Violation
3270.82(h) · A facility person and an able child shall wash his hands after toileting and before eating. A sign on which this requirement is written shall be posted at each toilet, training chair, diapering area and sink in the facility.
The toilet in Room 3 was lacking a handwashing sign above it.
Corrected by Jul 25, 2024
- Violation
3270.103 · Toys and objects with a diameter of less than 1 inch, objects with removable parts that have a diameter of less than 1 inch, plastic bags and styrofoam objects may not be accessible to children who are still placing objects in their mouths.
There were foam blocks with bite marks on them observed in Room 3 and Room 8.
Corrected by Jul 25, 2024
- Violation
3270.124(b)(2) · Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care.
The file for Child #1 contained an emergency contact form that was lacking the name, address and phone number of the child's physician or source of medical care.
Corrected by Aug 13, 2024
- Violation
3270.131(d)(4) · A health report shall include an assessment of an acute or chronic health problem or special need and recommendations for treatment or services, including information regarding abnormal results of screening tests for vision, hearing or lead poisoning.
The file for Child #1 contained a health assessment where the doctor did not check the box concerning any health problems that the child might have.
Corrected by Aug 13, 2024
- Violation
3270.131(d)(7) · A health report shall include a statement that the child is able to participate in child care and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease.
The file for Child #1 contained a health assessment where the doctor did not check the box concerning the child's ability to participate in child care and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease. .
Corrected by Aug 13, 2024
- Violation
3270.151(a) · A facility person providing direct care who comes into contact with the children or who works with food preparation shall have a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting and every 24 months thereafter. A health assessment is valid for 24 months following the date of signature, if the person does not contract a communicable disease or develop a medical problem.
The file for Staff #1 contains a Health Assessment that was obtained after their date of hire.
Corrected by Jul 25, 2024
- Violation
3270.75(a) · A first-aid kit shall be in a child care space.
Room 7 was observed to lack a first-aid kit.
Corrected by Jul 25, 2023
- Violation
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL.
The staff file for Staff person #3 contained a current Child Abuse clearance dated 2/8/23 which was not renewed within 60 months of the previously dated 1/25/18 Child Abuse clearance expiring.
Corrected by Jul 25, 2023
- Violation
3270.35(b)(1) · A group supervisor shall have a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in early childhood education, child development, special education, elementary education or the human services field.
The staff file for Staff person #2, functioning as a Group Supervisor, contained a Bachelor of Science degree that lacked the academic field of study as well as lacked a transcript. Therefore, it cannot be determined if the field of study meets regulatory requirements.
Corrected by Aug 7, 2023
- Violation
3270.66(a) · Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be kept in an area or container that is locked or made inaccessible to children.
Outside on the Preschool Playground a drawstring bag containing two spray canisters of sunscreen was observed hanging from the metal chain link fence at a height accessible to the preschool aged children who were playing outside. Also in Room 6, a bookbag containing one spray canister of sunscreen was observed hanging on the wall behind the teachers' desk at a height that was considered accessible to the preschool children in care. In the hallway outside of Room 7 a bottle of detangler hair spray, labeled, 'Keep Away from Children' was observed inside a child's cubby and accessible to children in care. In the hallway outside of Room 4, a container of Desitin diaper rash cream labeled, "Keep Out of Reach of Children' was observed stored in a child cubby storage unit on a shelf accessible to children in care. In Room 5, the left cabinet under the sink in the classroom was observed to be unlocked making a 64oz. container of bleach and container of Clorox wipes accessible to children in care. A lock was observed inside the cabinet door; however, at time of inspection, the lock was not engaged.
Corrected by Jul 25, 2023
- Violation
3270.75(b) · A first-aid kit must be inaccessible to children.
Outside on the Preschool Playground a drawstring bag containing a first-aid kit, was observed hanging from the metal chain link fence at a height accessible to the preschool children who were playing outside. Also in Room 6, a bookbag containing a first-aid kit was observed hanging on the wall behind the teachers' desk at a height that was considered accessible to the preschool children in care.
Corrected by Jul 25, 2023
- Violation
3270.75(c) · A first-aid kit must contain the following: soap, an assortment of adhesive bandages, sterile gauze pads, tweezers, tape, scissors and disposable, nonporous gloves.
In Room 3 the first-aid kit was observed to lack scissors.
Corrected by Jul 25, 2023
- Violation
3270.82(i) · A toilet area, training chair area, diapering area and sink area shall be equipped with a clean, lidded waste receptacle.
In Room 7, the sink in the classroom was observed to lack a lidded waste receptacle. In Room 1 there was a waste receptacle next to the sink in the classroom that was observed to not have a lid on it. In Room 5 there were two waste receptacles, one in the toilet area and one near the sink in the classroom, that were observed to not have their lids on them; the lids for the waste receptacles were observed leaning against a wall.
Corrected by Jul 25, 2023
- Violation
3270.151(c)(1) · An adult health assessment must include a physical examination.
The staff file for Staff person #1 contained a current health assessment dated 12/19/22 that lacked a physical examination.
Corrected by Jul 28, 2023
- Violation
3270.14/3270.21 · A facility shall be operated in conformity with applicable Federal and State laws and regulations.State agencies whose regulations may relate to the operation of a facility include the Department of Environmental Resources, the Department of Labor and Industry, the Department of Health, the Department of Education and the Department of Transportation.Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children.
The facility emergency plan lacked information regarding volunteer emergency preparedness and continuity of operations included in their emergency plan.
Corrected by Oct 17, 2022
- Violation
3270.21 · Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children.
In Room 1, the sheets being used in two Pack N Plays, which are both used by an infant in care, were observed to be loose- fitting, thus allowing them to bunch up and cause a potential suffocation hazard.
Corrected by Oct 17, 2022
- Violation
3270.78 · Rooms, hallways, stairways, outside steps, porches and ramps shall be lighted by artificial or natural light.
In Room 3 and Room 4, at approximately 12:45pm during nap time, both rooms were observed to lack adequate lighting thus making is difficult for staff to see the children's faces in order to properly supervise the children as they napped.
Corrected by Oct 6, 2022
- Violation
3270.102(c) · Outdoor equipment that requires embedded mounting must be mounted over a loose-fill or unitary playground protective surface covering that meets the recommendations of the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission. The equipment must be anchored firmly and be in good repair.
The Infant/Toddler playground was observed to have an embedded plastic play structure that lacked loose-fill or protective surface covering per the recommendations of the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission.
Corrected by Oct 15, 2022
- Violation
3270.102(e) · Pea gravel and other materials with a diameter of less than 1 inch may not be used in spaces where infants or toddlers receive care.
At approximately 10:45am six older toddlers where observed to be outside in the playground area that contained mulch.
Corrected by Oct 6, 2022
- Violation
3270.113(a) · Children on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the premises shall be supervised by a staff person at all times. Outdoor play space used by the facility is considered part of the facility premises.
In Room 3 and Room 4, at approximately 12:45pm during nap time, both rooms were observed to lack adequate lighting thus making is difficult for staff to see the children's faces in order to properly supervise the children as they napped.
Corrected by Oct 6, 2022
- Violation
3270.166(1) · A written statement giving the formula and feeding schedule for an infant shall be obtained from the parent.
Child #1, who is an infant [SEE IS Code Sheet], lacked a written feeding schedule from the parent.
Corrected by Oct 7, 2022
- Violation
3270.102(a) · Toys, play equipment and other indoor and outdoor equipment used by the children shall be clean, in good repair and free from rough edges, sharp corners, pinch and crush points, splinters and exposed bolts.
The entry gate of the chain link fence between the Infant/Toddler and Preschool playgrounds was observed to have exposed bolts. The chain link fence that surrounds the Preschool playgrounds was observed to have exposed bolts.
Corrected by Jun 26, 2022
- Violation
3270.76 · Floors, walls, ceilings and other surfaces, including the facility's outdoor play space surfaces shall be kept clean, in good repair and free from visible hazards.
In the Infant/Toddler Playground a wooden fence was observed to have numerous areas of splintering wood.
Corrected by Jun 26, 2022
- Violation
3270.77(a) · Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility.
In the Infant/Young Toddler playground a small patch of peeling paint was observed to the bottom left side of the doorway in to the facility.
Corrected by Jun 26, 2022
- Violation
3270.82(h) · A facility person and an able child shall wash his hands after toileting and before eating. A sign on which this requirement is written shall be posted at each toilet, training chair, diapering area and sink in the facility.
All toilets throughout the facility lacked a handwashing sign.
Corrected by Jun 26, 2022
- Violation
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) · Fire detection devices or systems must be in compliance with standards established under section 1016(c) of the act (62 P.S. § 1016(c)).The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall ensure the requirements under subsection (a) are met.
The facility lacked proof of purchase for their interconnected smoke detection system.
Corrected by Jun 26, 2022
- Violation
3270.27(a)(2) · The facility shall have an emergency plan that provides for accommodations for evacuation of children from the facility building and evacuation of children to a location away from the facility premises. The evacuation routes and evacuation plans to exit the building may be the same as those required by §3270.94 (relating to fire drills).
The facility's emergency plan lacked the evacuation route to their off site location.
Corrected by Jun 26, 2022
Questions to ask on your tour
Generated from this facility's specific inspection record
- 1The Nov 5, 2025 inspection noted: “Based on staff statements, the older toddler classroom normally has 4--6 older toddler-age children, and during restroom use the restroom located inside the cla…” — what has changed since then?
- 2The Jul 31, 2025 inspection noted: “The file for Child #1 contained an emergency contact form that was lacking signed parental permission for emergency medical care for the child.” — what has changed since then?
- 3The Jul 25, 2024 inspection noted: “The file for Child #1 contained a health assessment where the doctor did not check the box concerning the child's health history.” — what has changed since then?
Data synced from Pennsylvania DHS, Office of Child Development and Early Learning · Source records · Report an error