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A Better Choice Child Care
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About A Better Choice Child Care
A Better Choice Child Care is a home daycare in Oakdale, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 6 children.
As a home daycare, the provider shares the address with families when you call.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 4 visits in the last 3 years and cited 31 rules across 4 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
Accepts child care subsidy
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- Type
- Home daycare
- Ages
- Ask the daycare
- Hours today
- Not listed
- Licensed capacity
- 6 children
Hours
Hours
Hours not listed. Call (412) 506-3060 to confirm.
Programs
Programs and care
| Setting | Family child care homeFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 6 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
A Better Choice Child Care has not listed its tuition.
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State record
Inspection reports for A Better Choice Child Care
License
- Status
- Certified by the state and operating
- License type
- Certificate of Compliance
- Capacity
- 6 children
- License number
- #CER-00258852
Summary
4 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jul 2, 2026: 4 rules cited
Rules cited on 4 of 4 visits · 31 rules in all · 31 corrected
- Safety and hazards 9
- Records and paperwork 9
- Health, medication and illness 4
- Building, equipment and play areas 4
- Discipline and child guidance 2
- Food and nutrition 1
- Staff training and qualifications 1
- Supervision and ratios 1
For comparison: 93% of Pennsylvania daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 14.
A cited rule is what an inspector found on the day of a visit. It is not a rating of the daycare today.
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Jul 2, 2026Inspection4 rules cited
3290.64(a) Locked or inaccessible - in original container
“Sunscreen labeled keep out of the reach of children was observed in an unlocked drawer in the kitchen area, accessible to children in care.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 17, 2026
3290.124(b)(2) Physician name, address, phone
“The emergency contact information for child #1 did not include the name, address and telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 17, 2026
3290.131(a)/3290.182(1) Within 60 days/Initial and subsequent health assessments
“The record for child #1, who has been enrolled more than 60 days, did not contain a health assessment.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 3, 2026
3290.124(e)/3290.181(c) Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos
“The emergency contact information and the financial agreement for child #1 and child #2 was not reviewed by a parent at least once in a 6-month period during the time period between 8/2025 and 3/2026.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 17, 2026
Dec 29, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
3290.102(a) Clean and good repair
“The vinyl pad on the diaper changing table used by children in care was torn.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 6, 2026
3290.63 Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less
“A protective receptacle cover was not placed in an electrical outlet on the wall outside of the bathroom that was accessible to children 5 years of age or younger.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 6, 2026
Jul 22, 2025Inspection15 rules cited
3290.123(a) Signed
“The agreement for child #1 was dated 3/5/2025, which was following their date of admission.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 2, 2025
3290.123(a)(4) Arrival/departure times
“The agreement for child #2, #3, and #4 did not specify the child's arrival and departure times.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 2, 2025
3290.18 General Health and Safety
“There were loose sheets observed in a pack n play that posed a potential suffocation risk for the infant using the equipment. A toddler feeding table was observed in use by a preschool child, which is not in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions that specifies it is not intended for use by children older than 24 months.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 2, 2025
3290.124(a) Each child emergency contact person
“The emergency contact information for child #1 was dated 3/5/2025, which was following their date of admission.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 2, 2025
3290.95(a)/3290.95(b) System in compliance/Operator or designated staff responsibility
“The fire detection system was not tested at least once every 30 days during the period between 2/20 to 3/20/2025.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 2, 2025
3290.77 Glass
“A visual strip or other visual identification was not placed on the sliding glass door used by children to enter/exit the facility and access the outdoor play space.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 2, 2025
3290.91(a) Stairs, exits, etc. unobstructed
“The sliding glass door was partially obstructed by the children's coat storage unit.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 2, 2025
3290.102(a) Clean and good repair
“A toilet training seat was dirty with what appeared to be dried urine and/or feces. A plastic seat in the toddler feeding table was cracked, which posed a potential pinch point for children using the equipment. There were tears observed in the fabric material on (5) pack n plays.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 2, 2025
3290.103 Small Toys and Objects
“A penny and (2) elastic hair bands, which were less than 1 inch in diameter, were observed under the pad on the changing table; and styrofoam plates were observed in an unlocked cabinet, accessible to children who are still placing objects in their mouths.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 2, 2025
3290.124(e)/3290.181(c) Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos
“The emergency contact information and financial agreement for child #2 was not reviewed by a parent at least once in a 6-month period between 12/29/2024 and 7/1/2025.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 2, 2025
3290.134(b) Towels labeled and laundered
“Children were observed using the same cloth towel to dry their hands after handwashing.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 2, 2025
3290.135(b) Surfaces cleaned
“Staff #1 did not wipe the diaper changing surface with a sanitizing solution after diapering a child.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 2, 2025
3290.166(4) Bottles labeled
“There were (3) bottles not labeled with the child's name for whom they were intended.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 3, 2025
3290.31(f)/3290.192(4) Age and training/Required training
“The record for staff #1 lacked verification of the required minimum of 12 clock hours of annual child care training.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 16, 2025
3290.124(b)(3) Parent home/work address, phone
“The emergency contact information for child #1 did not include the work telephone of the enrolling parent.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 2, 2025
Jul 26, 2024Inspection10 rules cited
3290.64(a) Locked or inaccessible - in original container
“The following cleaning materials and other toxic materials labeled keep out of the reach of children were observed in areas accessible to children: An air freshener was plugged into the wall by the kitchen area; a container of odor neutralizer was sitting on the back of the toilet and a bottle of Biotin and Collagen shampoo was sitting on a shelf in the shower stall in the bathroom; a bottle of dish soap and 4 containers of multi-purpose wipes were in an unlocked cabinet under the sink and a plug in air freshener refill, a bottle of sunscreen and hand lotion were in an unlocked drawer in the kitchen area.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 6, 2024
3290.103 Small Toys and Objects
“Garbage bags and styrofoam plates were stored in unlocked cabinets in the kitchen area, accessible to children who are still placing objects in their mouths.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 6, 2024
3290.123(a)(1) Amount of fee
“The agreement for child #1 did not specify the amount of the fee to be charged per day or per week.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 6, 2024
3290.123(a)(2) Date fee to be paid
“The agreement for child #1 did not specify the date on which the fee is to be paid.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 6, 2024
3290.123(a)(5) Designated release persons
“The agreement for child #1 did not specify the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 6, 2024
3290.131(a)/3290.182(1) Within 60 days/Initial and subsequent health assessments
“The record for child #2 contained an initial health report dated more than 60 days following child #2's first day of attendance at the facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 6, 2024
3290.94(a)(1) Every 60 days
“Fire drills were not conducted at least once every 60 days during the period between 7/11 to 9/13/2023.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 6, 2024
3290.95(a)/3290.95(b) System in compliance/Operator or designated staff responsibility
“The fire detection system was not tested at least once every 30 days during the period between 7/3 to 8/3; 10/1 to 11/1; 1/1 to 2/1; 3/1 to 4/1; and 5/1 to 6/1/2024.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 6, 2024
3290.18 General Health and Safety
“Sharp adult scissors were observed in an unlocked drawer in the kitchen area, where they were accessible and posed a potential threat to the health and safety of children in care.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 6, 2024
3290.63 Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less
“Protective covers were not placed in 2 receptacles in an electrical outlet on the wall by the sink in the bathroom, accessible to children 5 years of age or younger.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 6, 2024
Sep 13, 2023Inspection13 rules cited
3290.18 General Health and Safety
“A shelving unit with 5 shelves located in the hallway between the child care space and the bathroom and a heavy glass top table with a pedestal base located inside the entrance to the facility was not secured in a manner that would prevent it from tipping, which posed a potential threat to the health and safety of the children in care.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 10, 2023
3290.61 Unsafe Areas in Outdoor Space
“There was no fencing or natural barrier on one side of the area being used as outdoor play space to restrict children from traffic.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 10, 2023
3290.63 Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less
“Protective receptacle covers were not placed in the electrical outlet located on the outside of the home by the entrance to the facility, accessible to children 5 years of age or younger.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 10, 2023
3290.64(a) Locked or inaccessible - in original container
“A can of Coppertone sunscreen labeled keep out of the reach of children was observed in an unlocked draw under the changing table in the child care space accessible to children in care.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 30, 2023
3290.77 Glass
“A visual strip or other visual identification was not placed on the sliding glass door used by children to enter the facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 10, 2023
3290.102(a) Clean and good repair
“A crack was observed on a plastic truck in the child care space, which posed a potential pinch point for children using the toy.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 30, 2023
3290.123(a)(3) Services provided
“The agreement for child #2-#4 did not specify the services to be provided to the family and the child.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 10, 2023
3290.24(f) Emergency plan
“The letter that the operator provided to the parent of each enrolled child explaining the emergency procedures did not include the lock-down procedure.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 10, 2023
3290.123(b)/3290.182(8) Parent receives original/Copy of initial and subsequent agreements. Parent receives original.
“A parent of child #3, #4 and #5 did not receive the original agreement.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 30, 2023
3290.124(b)(4)/3290.182(3) Written consent/Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission
“The emergency contact information for child #3 did not include written consent signed by a parent for emergency medical care.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 10, 2023
3290.24(e) Emergency plan
“The emergency plan was not posted in the facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 10, 2023
3290.182(5) Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission
“The record for child #3 did not contain signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 10, 2023
3290.123(a)/3290.124(a) Signed /Each child emergency contact person
“The record for child #1-#5 contained a current agreement and emergency contact information that was completed following their first day of attendance.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 10, 2023
Jun 20, 2023Inspection3 rules cited
3290.102(f) No hazardous toys/equipment
“A Bumbo seat described as hazardous by the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission and intended for the use of children in care was observed in the space designated to be used for child care at the facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 20, 2023
3290.95(a)/3290.95(b) System in compliance/Operator or designated staff responsibility
“The operator was unable to present the proof of purchase for the hardwired interconnected fire detection system installed at the facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 20, 2023
3290.102(a) Clean and good repair
“There were several tears observed on a vinyl mat intended to be used as rest equipment for children in care.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 20, 2023
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FAQ
Questions about A Better Choice Child Care
Is A Better Choice Child Care licensed?
Yes. A Better Choice Child Care is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
When was A Better Choice Child Care last inspected?
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on July 2, 2026, with 4 rules cited. It lists 4 visits in the last 3 years.
Has A Better Choice Child Care had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 31 rules across 4 of 4 visits in the last 3 years; 31 show a correction in the state record. For comparison: 93% of Pennsylvania daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 14. A cited rule is what an inspector found on the day of a visit. It is not a rating of the daycare today.
How many children can A Better Choice Child Care care for?
6, the licensed capacity on the state record.
Does A Better Choice Child Care accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are A Better Choice Child Care's hours?
Its hours are not listed. Call (412) 506-3060 to confirm.
How much does A Better Choice Child Care cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (412) 506-3060 to ask.
What is A Better Choice Child Care's phone number?
(412) 506-3060.
Where is A Better Choice Child Care?
Oakdale, PA 15071. It is a home daycare, so the provider shares the street address with families directly.