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Eastminster Child Care
250 N Highland Ave, Pittsburgh PA 15206 · License #CER-00249585 · Child Care Center
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- (412) 661-2420
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- Address
- 250 N Highland Ave, Pittsburgh PA 15206 · Directions
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Care & schedule
When they operate
Ages served
- 4-Star quality rating
- Accepts Child Care Works subsidy
- Licensed for 60 children
How this facility compares
Violations per inspection, 3-yrInspection history & violations
Source: Pennsylvania DHS, Office of Child Development and Early Learning- Violation
On 5/22/26 during footage reviewed staff #1 was observed leaving 1 OT unsupervised on one side of the room, and further into the footage staff #1 was observed aging leaving a group of 6 OT unsupervised on the other side of the room.
Corrected by Jun 18, 2026
- Violation
3270.113(b) · A facility person may not use any form of physical punishment, including spanking a child.
On 5/22/26 based on a review of video footage, staff #1 was observed in appropriately pulling, grabbing and pushing different children in care. Staff #1 pulled a child from under the table and sat the child down roughly on the chair. Staff #1 was also observed pulling another child roughly by their shirt.
Corrected by May 22, 2026
- Violation
3270.134(a) · A staff person shall ensure that a child's hands are washed before meals and snacks, after toileting and after being diapered.
According to staff statements, the only sink in the infant room was not functioning at multiple times within a 2-3 week period. The sink was next to the changing table and staff were unable to wash their hands and the hands of children that were walking and able to wash hands when the sink was not functioning.
Corrected by Jul 5, 2026
- Violation
According to staff statements, the only sink in the infant room, located next to the changing table, was not functioning at multiple times within a 2-3 week period.
Corrected by Jul 5, 2026
- Violation
According to staff statements, the only sink in the infant room was not functioning at multiple times within a 2-3 week period. The sink was next to the changing table and staff were unable to wash children's hands and their hands after diapering when the sink was not functioning.
Corrected by Jul 5, 2026
- Violation
The file for staff person #1, functioning as an assistant group supervisor, lacked verification of education/experience to qualify as an assistant group supervisor.
Corrected by Jul 5, 2026
- Violation
According to the fire drill log, a current fire drill has not been conducted within the last 60 days as of 5-13-26, with the last fire drill being conducted on 11-13-25.
Corrected by Jul 5, 2026
- Violation
According to the log, the operator did not manually test the interconnected fire detection system in the facility within the last 30 days as of 5-13-26.
Corrected by Jul 5, 2026
- Violation
3270.124(b)(3) · Emergency contact information must include the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.
Emergency contact information for child #1 did not include work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.
Corrected by Dec 15, 2025
- Violation
Records for staff # 3 did not contain a state police clearance. Records for Staff #4 did not contain a Child Abuse Clearance or a DHS FBI Clearance.
Corrected by Dec 15, 2025
- Violation
An electrical outlet in a power strip near the aquarium in the preschool room was observer not covered and accessible to children 5 years of age or younger.
Corrected by Dec 15, 2025
- Violation
Cleaning materials were observed in an unlocked kitchen under the sink that was not secured and was accessible to children.
Corrected by Dec 15, 2025
- Violation
Long screw ends of fencing bolts were protruding on the interior side to the playground fence and are a visible hazard.
Corrected by Dec 15, 2025
- Violation
3270.123(a)(7) · An agreement shall specify the services which are to be considered as extra.
The agreement in the file for children #1 and # 2 did not specify or consider services which may be considered as extra.
Corrected by Dec 15, 2025
- 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.
In the records of child # 4, emergency contact information did not include the name, address and telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care.
Corrected by Dec 15, 2025
- Violation
3270.124(b)(3) · Emergency contact information must include the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.
In the records for child #3, emergency contact information did not include the work address and telephone number of the enrolling parent.
Corrected by Dec 15, 2025
- Violation
Emergency contact information for child #2 did not include information on the child's special needs, was left blank on the form and none were specified.
Corrected by Dec 15, 2025
- Violation
In the records for child #4 emergency contact information did include information on the child's special needs, as specified by the child's parent, physician, physician's assistant or CRNP, which is needed in an emergency situation.
Corrected by Dec 15, 2025
- Violation
In the records for child #4, emergency contact information did not include health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits, as applicable.
Corrected by Dec 15, 2025
- Violation
The most recent health assessment in the records for staff person #1 is signed and dated 08/09/2023. More than 24 months have passed following the date of signature. Staff records for staff person #s 2, 3 and 4 did not have an initial health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting.
Corrected by Dec 15, 2025
- Violation
Records for staff # 3 did not contain a state police clearance. Records for Staff #4 did not contain a Child Abuse Clearance or a DHS FBI Clearance.
Corrected by Dec 15, 2025
- Violation
The facility emergency plan observed did not provide for accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.
Corrected by Dec 15, 2025
- Violation
The written records for fire drills were observed to have a gap from 05/29/2025 to 10/30/2025, more than 60 days apart.
Corrected by Dec 15, 2025
- Violation
The written records for fire drills were observed to have a gap from 05/29/2025 to 10/30/2025.
Corrected by Dec 15, 2025
- Violation
3270.124(b)(3) · Emergency contact information must include the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.
The files for children #1 and #2 lacked emergency contact information that included the work telephone numbers of the enrolling parents.
Corrected by Dec 13, 2024
- Violation
The file for child #3 lacked a health report that included a statement that age-appropriate screenings recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics were conducted since the time of the previous health report required by this section.
Corrected by Dec 13, 2024
- Violation
The file for staff person #1 lacked a health assessment that was completed 24 months from the previous health assessment. The health assessments in the file are dated 7/5/21 and 11/3/23.
Corrected by Nov 19, 2024
- Violation
There was splintered wood on cubbies in the Preschool 3 room.
Corrected by Nov 27, 2023
- Violation
The emergency contact forms on file for children #2 and #3 did not include the addresses of all release persons listed.
Corrected by Nov 10, 2023
- Violation
3270.27(d) · The operator shall post the emergency plan in the facility at a conspicuous location.
The facility's emergency plan was not posted conspicuously.
Corrected by Nov 6, 2023
- Violation
The letter to the parents explaining the emergency plan did not reference the accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities and children with chronic medical conditions in the event of an emergency.
Corrected by Nov 6, 2023
- Violation
3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(ii) · An assistant group supervisor shall have a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate and 2 years experience with children. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility.
There was no documentation of education on file for Facility Person #1, required for their classification as an assistant group supervisor.
Corrected by Nov 27, 2023
- Violation
The medical emergency transportation plan was not posted in the Preschool 3 room.
Corrected by Nov 6, 2023
- Violation
There was no documentation of a current flu vaccine (recommended annually by the ACIP) on file for child #1.
Corrected by Nov 6, 2023
- Violation
There was an uncovered outlet in a power strip on the floor in the preschool room.
Corrected by Nov 29, 2022
- Violation
The provider's written policy regarding prevention of shaken baby, syndrome, abusive head trauma, and child maltreatment did not address the prevention and identification of child maltreatment.
Corrected by Nov 29, 2022
- Violation
The emergency plan did not include a plan for continuity of operations in the event of an emergency.
Corrected by Jan 3, 2023
- Violation
The letter provided to the parents to explain the emergency plan did not include the facility's plan for a lockdown.
Corrected by Dec 1, 2022
- Violation
The current criminal history, child abuse, and FBI clearances on file for Facility Person #1 were completed more than 60 months after the previous clearances on file.
Corrected by Nov 29, 2022
- Violation
3270.34(a)(6) · A director is responsible for written evaluation of staff persons on a regular basis, a minimum of one evaluation every 12 months.
The current staff evaluations on file for Facility Persons #2 and #3 were completed more than 12 months after the previous evaluation/staff start date.
Corrected by Nov 29, 2022
- Violation
There was a spray bottle containing a cleaner not labeled with the contents in the preschool room.
Corrected by Nov 29, 2022
- Violation
There were small paper clips (with a diameter of less than an inch) in an unlocked drawer next to the sink used for handwashing by children after diapering in the young toddler room.
Corrected by Nov 29, 2022
- Violation
3270.131(b)(2) · The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 12 months for an older toddler or preschool child.
The current health assessment on file for child #2 was completed more than 12 months after the prior health assessment on file.
Corrected by Nov 29, 2022
- Violation
The current health assessment on file for Facility Person #1 was completed more than 24 months after the previous health assessment on file.
Corrected by Nov 29, 2022
- Violation
The menu was not posted or provided to families a week in advance.
Corrected by Nov 29, 2022
- Violation
3270.27(a)(6) · Emergency drills shall be conducted annually. Annual emergency drills shall be documented and on file at the facility.
There was no documentation on file of an emergency drill.
Corrected by Dec 1, 2022
- Violation
The phone number to contact the regional child care office was not posted at the facility.
Corrected by Nov 29, 2022
- Violation
There was no documentation the emergency plan was sent to the local municipality.
Corrected by Jan 3, 2023
- Violation
The current health assessment on file for child #1, enrolled prior to 1/6/22, was completed more than 90 days after the child's first day of attendance at the facility.
Corrected by Nov 29, 2022
- Violation
Documentation of initial emergency plan training for facility person #1 was more than 7 days after their start date with children.
Corrected by Nov 16, 2021
- Violation
3270.31(f)/3270.31(f)(10) · Staff persons shall complete professional development in the following topics within 90 days of hire: Pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
The health and safety training topics 3270.31(f)(1) through 3270.31(f)(9) and pediatric CPR for facility person #3 were not completed within 90 days of starting with children. Pediatric CPR for facility person #1 was not completed within 90 days of starting with children.
Corrected by Jan 17, 2021
- Violation
3270.32(a) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services).
The completed NSOR verification certificate of facility person #1 was dated more than 45 days from their start date with children. The disclosure statement of facility person #2 did not contain a witness signature or date.
Corrected by Nov 16, 2021
- Violation
3270.82(g) · Toilet areas and fixtures shall be cleaned daily and be in good repair.
A bolt was protruding from the base of the toilet in the middle stall in the restroom off the preschool classroom.
Corrected by Dec 17, 2021
- Violation
Handwashing signs were not posted at a diaper changing table and portable sink in the young toddler classroom.
Corrected by Nov 16, 2021
- Violation
A white laundry basket in the older toddler classroom was broken.
Corrected by Nov 16, 2021
- Violation
3270.123(a)(6) · An agreement shall specify the date of the child's admission.
The financial agreements of child #1, 2, 4 and 5 did not contain admission dates.
Corrected by Nov 16, 2021
- 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 emergency contact form of child #1 did not contain the telephone number of the child's physician.
Corrected by Nov 16, 2021
- Violation
3270.124(b)(3) · Emergency contact information must include the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.
The emergency contact form of child #1 did not contain the enrolling parents work telephone number and child #3, 4 and 5 did not contain the enrolling parents work address or telephone number.
Corrected by Nov 16, 2021
- Violation
3270.124(b)(5) · Emergency contact information must include information on the child's special needs, as
The emergency contact form of child #5 did not address if the child had special needs as specified by the child's parent, physician, physician's assistant or CRNP, which is needed in an emergency situation.
Corrected by Nov 16, 2021
- Violation
The emergency contact form of child #4 did not contain the address of the release persons.
Corrected by Nov 16, 2021
- Violation
The immunization record of child #1 was not in accordance with the schedule recommended by the ACIP and an exemption was not on file.
Corrected by Jan 31, 2022
- Violation
The file of facility person #2 did not contain an initial health assessment prior to working with children. The previous and current health assessments of facility person #4 exceeded 24 months by one day.
Corrected by Dec 15, 2021
- Violation
Signed parental consent for emergency medical care and administration of minor first-aid procedures was not on file for child #4.
Corrected by Nov 17, 2021
Questions to ask on your tour
Generated from this facility's specific inspection record
- 1The May 22, 2026 inspection noted: “On 5/22/26 during footage reviewed staff #1 was observed leaving 1 OT unsupervised on one side of the room, and further into the footage staff #1 was observed a…” — what has changed since then?
- 2The May 22, 2026 inspection noted: “On 5/22/26 based on a review of video footage, staff #1 was observed in appropriately pulling, grabbing and pushing different children in care. Staff #1 pulled…” — what has changed since then?
- 3The May 13, 2026 inspection noted: “According to staff statements, the only sink in the infant room was not functioning at multiple times within a 2-3 week period. The sink was next to the changin…” — what has changed since then?
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