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A Brighter Day Lrng Ctr
- licensed capacity
- 108
- open each week
- 5 days
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About A Brighter Day Lrng Ctr
A Brighter Day Lrng Ctr is a child care center in Kittanning, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 108 children, serving school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 5:30 PM.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 7 visits in the last 3 years and cited 82 rules across 7 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
School-ageAccepts child care subsidyOpens before 7 AM
Ages served: school-age children
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- School-age children
- Hours today
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 108 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 6:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Thursday | 6:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Friday | 6:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | School-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 108 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
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State record
Inspection reports for A Brighter Day Lrng Ctr
License
- Status
- Certified by the state and operating
- License type
- Certificate of Compliance
- Capacity
- 108 children
- Ages
- School-age children
- License number
- #CER-00244097
Summary
7 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jul 27, 2026: 18 rules cited
Rules cited on 7 of 7 visits · 82 rules in all · 81 corrected
- Health, medication and illness 20
- Staff training and qualifications 14
- Safety and hazards 14
- Supervision and ratios 10
- Records and paperwork 9
- Building, equipment and play areas 7
- Background checks 4
- Discipline and child guidance 2
- Safe sleep 1
- Food and nutrition 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 27, 2026Inspection18 rules cited
3270.123(a)(3) Services proceeded
“The most recent child service reports in the files for Child #2 and 5 exceeded six months in between reports. The initial child service report in the file for Child #6 was conducted more than six months after the child's first day in care. The files for Child #1, 3, 4 and 7 did not include a child service report conducted within the past six months.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 31, 2026
3270.133(6) Written consent
“Observed gas drops for Child #1 in the medicine box in the Pet Shop Room and infant Tylenol and Benadryl for Child #5 in the Construction Zone Room, which lacked written parent consent for administration.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 31, 2026
3270.102(c) Outdoor equip.- protective surfacing
“The mulch in the outdoor play space did not measure a depth of nine inches at the bottom of the blue/gray slide and under the climbing wall and ladder, which are embedded.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 31, 2026
3270.133(3) Name on bottle
“Observed gas drops for Child #1, which were not labeled with the child's name, in the medicine box in the Pet Shop Room.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 5, 2026
3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster
“Observed peeling, flaking paint on the red wall under the TV and the gray wall under the whiteboard in the Pizza Shop Room.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 31, 2026
3270.131(b)(1)/3270.182(1) Infant: updated health report every 6 months/Initial and subsequent health reports
“The most recent health reports in the file for Child #1, a young toddler, exceeded six months between reports.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 29, 2026
3270.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person
“The emergency contact form in the file for Child #5 did not include the release persons' addresses.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 19, 2026
3270.124(b)(3) Parent home/work address, phone
“The most recent emergency contact forms used by the facility did not include a field for the enrolling parent's work address.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 19, 2026
3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test
“The most recent health assessments in the files for Staff Person #2, 3 and 6 exceeded 24 months between assessments. The initial health assessments in the files for Staff Person #4 and 9 were conducted after the staff persons' first days working in childcare. The files for Staff Person #8 and 11 did not contain a health assessment conducted within the past 24 months (See LIS Code Sheet).”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 5, 2026
3270.134(a) Child's hands washed
“Based on observation and conversation with staff, staff in the Pet Shop Room were wiping off young toddler's hands with baby wipes after diapering, rather than ensuring the children wash their hands.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 7, 2026
3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(3) Immunization record/Dismissal policy
“The most recent immunization record in the file for Child #3 lacked the following immunizations according to the recommendations of the ACIP based on the child's age: 4th DTAP, 2nd [name] The file also lacked a letter of exemption from the parent or physician.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 28, 2026
3270.192(5) Two written references
“The files for Staff Person #10, 15, 16 and 17 did not contain two written reference letters.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 31, 2026
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“The most recent State Police and Child Abuse Clearances in the file for Staff Person #1 exceeded 60 months between clearances. The DHS FBI Clearance in the file for Staff Person #4 was acquired after the staff person's provisional hire end date. The most recent Child Abuse Clearances in the file for Staff Person #7 exceeded 60 months between clearances. The disclosure statements in the files for Staff Person #3, 4, 7, 10, 13, 14, 15, 16 and 17 are on outdated forms and not valid. The file for Staff Person #13 did not contain a DHS FBI Clearance. The file for Staff Person #13 contained a DOE FBI Clearance, which is not valid. The file for Staff Person #15 did not contain an DHS FBI Clearance or NSOR Certificate (See LIS Code Sheet).”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 31, 2026
3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training
“The health and safety training in the file for Staff Person #3 and the Pediatric First Aid/CPR Certification in the file for Staff Person #9 were conducted more than 90 days after the staff persons' dates of hire (See LIS Code Sheet).”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 29, 2026
3270.21 General Health and Safety
“Observed adult scissors, which were accessible to children, in unlocked drawers in the Flower Shop and Corner Market Rooms.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 30, 2026
3270.131(b)(2)/3270.182(1) Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months/Initial and subsequent health reports
“The files for Child #3 and 5, older toddlers, did not include an updated health report conducted within the past 12 months.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 31, 2026
3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL
“The most recent Mandated Reporter Trainings in the files for Staff Person #5 and #12 exceeded 60 months between trainings.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 29, 2025
3270.82(j) Running water - diapering
“The sink in the Flower Shop Room was not functioning. Based on conversations with staff, some staff are changing diapers in the room and then walking to the restrooms in the halls to wash theirs and the children's hands.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 29, 2026
Jul 3, 2025Inspection19 rules cited
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“Documentation of the fire alarm system test shows more than 30 days between testing. (10/1/24 and 11/1/24; 11/1/24 and 12/2/24; 12/2/24 and 1/2/25)”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 29, 2025
3270.94(a)(1) Every 60 days
“Documentation of the fire drill log shows more than 60 days between testing. (10/1/24 and 12/4/24; 12/4/24 and 2/3/25)”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 29, 2025
3270.31(f)(10) Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR
“The file for Staff Person #6 contained pediatric first aid and CPR training dated 5/7/25 which was more than 90 days from date of hire (See LIS Code Sheet).”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 29, 2025
3270.192(5) Two written references
“The file for Staff Person #5 contained only one written, nonfamily reference attesting to the person's suitability to work with children.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 2, 2025
3270.151(c)(3)/3270.151(c)(4) Exam communicable disease/Information re: medical problems
“The health assessment on file for Staff #3 lacked information regarding communicable diseases and information prohibiting a staff from providing adequate care to children.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 2, 2025
3270.131(b)(2)/3270.182(1) Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months/Initial and subsequent health reports
“The health report on file for Child #1, an older toddler (See LIS Code Sheet), was dated 1/2/24 more than 12 months ago. The health report on file for Child #6, a preschooler (See LIS Code Sheet), was dated 10/4/24 more than 12 months from the previous health report dated 12/30/22. The health report on file for Child #7, a preschooler (See LIS Code Sheet), was dated 4/11/25 more than 12 months from the previous health report dated 1/4/24.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 29, 2025
3270.131(b)(1)/3270.182(1) Infant: updated health report every 6 months/Initial and subsequent health reports
“The file for Child #2 (See LIS Code Sheet) lacked a current health report. The previous health report obtained as a younger toddler was dated 12/2/24 more than 6 months ago. The file for Child #3, a younger toddler (See LIS Code Sheet), lacked a current health report. The previous health report was dated 2/8/24 more than 6 months ago. The file for Child #4 (See LIS Code Sheet) lacked a current health report. The previous health report obtained as a younger toddler was dated 9/12/24 more than 6 months ago. The health report for Child #5, a younger toddler (See LIS Code Sheet) was dated 11/20/24 more than 6 months ago.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 2, 2025
3270.123(b)/3270.182(8) Parent receives original/Copy of initial and subsequent agreements. Parent receives original.
“The file for Child #1 contained the original fee agreement form signed by the parent.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 7, 2025
3270.103 Small Toys and Objects
“In the boys' restroom on the floor under the changing table, empty plastic bags were accessible to children who are still placing objects in their mouths.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 29, 2025
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“The wall board was ripped in the last stall in the boys' restroom. There was a broken outlet cover in the Pizza Shop room with a sharp edge.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 31, 2025
3270.67(d) Contaminated trash in closed plastic-lined receptacle
“There was an open trash receptacle in the Pizza Shop room with used bowls and napkins in it. In the School Room, used gloves, paper towels, and tissues were in an open trash receptacle.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 31, 2025
3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible
“In the Pet Shop Room, Febreeze Air Freshener, labeled, "Keep Out Of Reach Of Children", was on the diaper changing station and accessible to children.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 29, 2025
3270.65 Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less
“There was an uncovered electrical outlet next to the desk in the School Room accessible to children 5 years of age and younger.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 29, 2025
3270.34(a)(6) Staff evaluations
“The written evaluation for Staff Person #3 dated 6/2/25 was completed more than 12 months from their date of hire. (See LIS Code Sheet).”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 29, 2025
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“The NSOR certificate on file for Staff Person #1 (See LIS Code Sheet) dated 3/6/25 was obtained more than 60 months from the previous NSOR dated 2/12/20. The file for Staff Person #2 (See LIS Code Sheet) lacked a disclosure statement and a PA State Police clearance. The file for Staff Person #4 lacked a current DHS FBI Clearance; the previous FBI clearance is dated 7/22/20. The file for Staff Person #5 contained a PA State Police clearance dated 4/11/24 obtained more than 60 months from the previous PA State Police clearance dated 8/1/18.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 2, 2025
3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training
“The file for Staff Person #7 contained Health and Safety training dated 12/15/24 which was obtained more than 90 days from date of hire (See LIS Code Sheet). The file for Staff Person #8 contained Health and Safety Part 1 training dated 5/27/25 which was obtained more than 90 days from date of hire; Staff Person #8 lacked Health and Safety Part 2 training which was to be completed within 90 days of hire (See LIS Code Sheet).”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 2, 2025
3270.21 General Health and Safety
“In the Construction Zone room, adult scissors were accessible to children. The scissors were on a low shelf in a closet where the door was unlocked and standing open.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 29, 2025
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“The facility's policy for Shaken Baby Syndrome/Abusive Head Trauma lacked prevention and identification of child maltreatment as per Announcement C-22-03.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 31, 2025
3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster
“In the Outdoor Adventure room, there was a wooden kitchen play set and shelf with peeling paint.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 31, 2025
May 13, 2025Inspection9 rules cited
3270.192(5) Two written references
“The files for Staff Persons #2 and #4 lacked two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person. The file for Staff Person #5 lacked one written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 30, 2025
3270.31(f)(10) Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR
“Staff Person #1 completed professional development in pediatric first aid and pediatric CPR on 5/7/2025, more than 90 days following their date of hire (See LIS Code Sheet).”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 30, 2025
3270.94(a)(1) Every 60 days
“Documentation of the fire drill log showed more than 60 days between drills (12/4/24 and 2/3/25).”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 30, 2025
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“Documentation of the fire alarm system test showed more than 30 days between testing (12/2/24 and 1/2/25 and 2/3/25).”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 30, 2025
3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test
“The file for Staff Person #2 (See LIS Code Sheet) lacked a health assessment and TB screening results. The file for Staff Person #4 (See LIS Code Sheet) lacked a health assessment.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 30, 2025
3270.31(e)(4)(ii) Fire safety - 1 yr.
“The file for Staff Person #3 lacked annual fire safety training; previous fire safety training was dated 6/13/23.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 30, 2025
3270.33(a)/3270.192(2)(ii) Each staff person meets quals/Exp, educ., training prior to facility
“The file for Staff Person #4 lacked a copy of their HS Diploma. The file for Staff Person #5 lacked documentation of experience working with children.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 30, 2025
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“The file for Staff Person #2 (See LIS Code Sheet) lacked a disclosure statement. The file for Staff Person #3 (See LIS Code Sheet) contained a State Police clearance dated 2/25/25, obtained more than 60 months from the previous clearance dated 8/19/19; a Child Abuse clearance dated 3/5/25, obtained more than 60 months from the previous clearance dated 9/4/19; an NSOR Certificate dated 3/6/25, obtained more than 60 months from the previous clearance dated 2/12/20. The file for Staff Person #4 (See LIS Code Sheet) lacked a State Police clearance. The file for Staff Person #6 (See LIS Code Sheet) lacked a State Police clearance.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 30, 2025
3270.31(e) Age and Training
“The file for Staff Person #3 lacked the 12 required annual training hours for the most recent review period November 2023-November 2024.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 4, 2025
Nov 12, 2024Complaint investigation5 rules cited
3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training
“Staff person #1 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): health and safety basics training.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 15, 2024
3270.51 Similar Age Level
“Per staff statements, on several occasions child #1 was alone with facility person #1 in a non-child care office. This occurred when child #1 was upset and could not be calmed by the staff responsible for supervising child #1. Child #1 would spend up to ten minutes in the office with facility person #1, then return to the child care space. Per staff statements, child #1 responded positively to facility person #1 and would calmly return to the classroom.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 31, 2024
3270.113(a)(1) Staff assigned to specific children
“Per staff statements, on several occasions child #1 was alone with facility person #1 in a non-child care office. This occurred when child #1 was upset and could not be calmed by the staff responsible for supervising child #1. Child #1 would spend up to ten minutes in the office with facility person #1, then return to the child care space. Per staff statements, child #1 responded positively to facility person #1 and would calmly return to the classroom.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 31, 2024
3270.61(c) 40 square feet wall-to-wall
“Per staff statements, on several occasions child #1 was alone with facility person #1 in a non-child care office. This occurred when child #1 was upset and could not be calmed by the staff responsible for supervising child #1. Child #1 would spend up to ten minutes in the office with facility person #1, then return to the child care space. Per staff statements, child #1 responded positively to facility person #1 and would calmly return to the classroom.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 31, 2024
3270.113(a) Supervised at all times
“Per staff statements, on several occasions child #1 was alone with facility person #1 in a non-child care office. This occurred when child #1 was upset and could not be calmed by the staff responsible for supervising child #1. Child #1 would spend up to ten minutes in the office with facility person #1, then return to the child care space. Per staff statements, child #1 responded positively to facility person #1 and would calmly return to the classroom.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 31, 2024
Nov 12, 2024Inspection5 rules cited
3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training
“Staff person #1 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): health and safety basics training.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 15, 2024
3270.51 Similar Age Level
“Per staff statements, on several occasions child #1 was alone with facility person #1 in a non-child care office. This occurred when child #1 was upset and could not be calmed by the staff responsible for supervising child #1. Child #1 would spend up to ten minutes in the office with facility person #1, then return to the child care space. Per staff statements, child #1 responded positively to facility person #1 and would calmly return to the classroom.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 31, 2024
3270.113(a)(1) Staff assigned to specific children
“Per staff statements, on several occasions child #1 was alone with facility person #1 in a non-child care office. This occurred when child #1 was upset and could not be calmed by the staff responsible for supervising child #1. Child #1 would spend up to ten minutes in the office with facility person #1, then return to the child care space. Per staff statements, child #1 responded positively to facility person #1 and would calmly return to the classroom.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 31, 2024
3270.61(c) 40 square feet wall-to-wall
“Per staff statements, on several occasions child #1 was alone with facility person #1 in a non-child care office. This occurred when child #1 was upset and could not be calmed by the staff responsible for supervising child #1. Child #1 would spend up to ten minutes in the office with facility person #1, then return to the child care space. Per staff statements, child #1 responded positively to facility person #1 and would calmly return to the classroom.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 31, 2024
3270.113(a) Supervised at all times
“Per staff statements, on several occasions child #1 was alone with facility person #1 in a non-child care office. This occurred when child #1 was upset and could not be calmed by the staff responsible for supervising child #1. Child #1 would spend up to ten minutes in the office with facility person #1, then return to the child care space. Per staff statements, child #1 responded positively to facility person #1 and would calmly return to the classroom.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 31, 2024
Sep 20, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
3270.51 Similar Age Level
“*2nd CITATION: On 9/20/24 during lunch at approximately 11:35am, in the School Room, Staff #2 was observed supervising 8 toddlers. Staff #1, who had previously been in the room with Staff #2, left the room to get more pasta. PREVIOUISLY CITED ON 8/6/24”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 8, 2024
3270.51 Similar Age Level
“**2nd CITATION: On 9/20/24 during lunch at approximately 11:35am, in the School Room, Staff #2 was observed supervising 8 toddlers. Staff #1, who had previously been in the room with Staff #2, left the room to get more pasta. PREVIOUISLY CITED ON 8/6/24”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 8, 2024
Aug 6, 2024Inspection29 rules cited
3270.124(f)/3270.181(c) Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos
“The emergency contact forms and agreements on file for Child #1, #2, #3, #4, #5, and #7 were not reviewed and updated by a parent in writing in the previous 6 months.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 27, 2024
3270.124(b)(6) Insurance coverage information
“The Emergency Contact Form in the file for Child #9 lacked the health insurance policy number.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 30, 2024
3270.124(b)(5) Information re: special needs
“The Emergency Contact Form in the files for Child #1, #2, #4, #7, and #9 lacked 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.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 13, 2024
3270.124(b)(3) Parent home/work address, phone
“The files for Child #1, #2, #3, #4, #5, #6, #7, #8, and #9 lacked the parent's work address. The current Emergency Contact form utilized by the facility does not have a place to include the parent's work address.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 13, 2024
3270.123(a)(3) Services proceeded
“The files for Child #1, Child #2, Child #3, Child #4. Child #5, Child #6, and Child #7 lacked current child service reports. The most recent child service report in the file for Child #1 was dated 5/5/23. The most recent child service report in the file for Child #2 was completed in 2021. The most recent child service report for Child #3 was dated 5/10/23. The most recent child service report for Child #4 was dated 11/1/22. The most recent child service report for Child #5 was dated 11/30/22. The most recent child service report in the file for Child #6 was dated 5/522. There was no child service report in the file for Child #7 enrolled since 8/23/22.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 30, 2024
3270.123(a)(6) Admission date
“The agreement form in the files for Child #1, #2, #3, and #7 lacked the date of admission.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 20, 2024
3270.123(b) Parent receives original
“The files for Child #3, #5, #8, and #9 contained the original agreement form.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 21, 2024
3270.21 General Health and Safety
“In the Pizza Shop classroom, there were adult scissors accessible to children.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 6, 2024
3270.27(e) Letter to parents
“The facility's parent letter explaining the emergency procedures lacked information on lockdown and accommodations for infants and toddlers.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 30, 2024
3270.33(a)/3270.192(2)(ii) Each staff person meets quals/Exp, educ., training prior to facility
“The file for Staff #11, identified as a Group Supervisor, lacked verification of child care experience and education prior to service at the facility. The file for Staff #1, identified as an aide, lacked verification of child care experience and education prior to service at the facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 30, 2024
3270.51 Similar Age Level
“On 8/6/24 during lunch at approximately 12:15pm, in the Outdoor Adventure classroom, Staff #2 was observed supervising 12 preschool age children. Staff #1, who had previously been in the room with Staff #2, left the room to heat up a child's lunch in another room.”
3270.65 Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less
“Electrical outlets accessible to children age 5 and younger lacked protective receptacle covers in the following locations: the hallway outside the School classroom that toddler and preschool children use to get to the restroom, access the outdoor play space, as well as other child care spaces ; under the TV and under the table in the School Room which serves as an older toddler classroom; and on the power strip in the Pizza Shop classroom which is a preschool classroom.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 20, 2024
3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible
“There was hand sanitizer labeled, "Keep out of reach of children" accessible to children in an unlocked cabinet in the Pizza Shop classroom, on the table in the Activity room, and in the girls' restroom. Diaper creams labeled "Keep out of reach of children" were stored in an unlocked cabinet in the girls' restroom accessible to children.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 6, 2024
3270.66(b) Original container
“There were unlabeled spray bottles containing disinfectant and cleaning solutions identified by staff in the following areas: School classroom, Pizza Shop classroom, and Outdoor Adventure classroom.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 6, 2024
3270.75(c) Has all items
“The first aid kit in the Pet Shop classroom lacked soap and scissors.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 9, 2024
3270.102(a) Clean and good repair
“In the Pizza Shop classroom, the back of the play kitchen has a hole in it with sharp edges.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 20, 2024
3270.106(f) 2 feet apart
“In the Zoo classroom, cribs with infants resting in them lacked 2 feet of space on at least three sides.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 6, 2024
3270.108(c) No styrofoam
“Staff reported that the Syrofoam bowls observed throughout the classrooms were being used to serve food to the children.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 6, 2024
3270.123(a)(1) Amount of fee
“The agreement form in the files for Child #1 and Child #2 lacked the fee amount.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 30, 2024
3270.95(a) Devices must be compliant
“The fire alarm test log includes test dates more than 30 days apart: 7/4/23 and 8/7/23; 9/5/23 and 10/10/23; 11/5/23 and 12/12/23.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 6, 2024
3270.94(a)(1) Every 60 days
“The fire drill log on file included fire drills conducted more than 60 days apart: 8/7/23 and 10/10/23; 10/10/23 and 12/12/23; 12/12/23 and 2/19/23.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 6, 2024
3270.27(a)(5) Emergency plan
“The facility's Emergency Plan lacked accommodations for infants and toddlers as per Announcement C-22-04.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 30, 2024
3270.192(5) Two written references
“The files for Staff persons #1 and #7 each lacked one written letter of recommendation. The file for Staff person #10 lacked two letters of recommendation.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 30, 2024
3270.151(c)(2) Mantoux TB
“The initial health assessment, dated 5/30/24 for staff person #7 lacked a tuberculosis (TB)screening. The initial health assessment, dated 3/18/22 for staff person #8 lacked a tuberculosis (TB)screening. The TB test results on file for staff person #8, dated 3.18.22, exceeded 12 months prior to date of hire (See LIS COSE SHEET).”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 30, 2024
3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test
“The file for staff person #1 lacked documentation of a health assessment being completed within 12 months prior to date of hire (See LIS CODE SHEET). The file for Staff person #2 contained a current health assessment dated 5/16/24. It was not obtained within 24 months of the previous assessment dated 7/13/21. The file for Staff person #3 lacked documentation of a health assessment being completed within 12 months prior to date of hire (See LIS CODE SHEET). The file for Staff person #3 contained an initial health assessment dated 7/8/24. The file for Staff person #4 lacked documentation of a health assessment being completed within 12 months prior to date of hire (See LIS CODE SHEET). The file for Staff person #4 contained an initial health assessment dated 7/14/24. The file for Staff person #5 contained a current health assessment dated 5/6/24. It was not obtained within 24 months of the previous assessment dated 9/15/21. The file for Staff person #6 contained a current health assessment dated 5/9/24. It was not obtained within 24 months of the previous assessment dated 1/7/22. The file for Staff person #9 contained a current health assessment dated 9/30/23. It was not obtained within 24 months of the previous assessment dated 8/27/19.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 30, 2024
3270.135(a)(3)/3270.135(b) Disposable diapers/Surfaces cleaned
“In the School Room, Staff person #3 did not immediately discard the soiled diaper into a hands free lined trash can, and did not clean or sanitize the changing area after completing a diaper change.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 10, 2024
3270.134(a)/3270.152 Child's hands washed/Adult Hygiene
“In the School Room, Staff person #3 did not wash the child's hands after being diapered. Staff person #3 did not wash her hands after changing a soiled diaper.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 7, 2024
3270.133(5) Original label
“On August 6, 2024, in the medication container in the School Room, the Hyland's Cold Tablets for Child #10 had an expiration date of July 2024.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 6, 2024
3270.131(b)(2) Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months
“The files for Child #2 and Child #6, both preschool age children, lack a current health report. The most recent health report on file for Child #2, a preshcooler, is dated 3/20/23. The most recent health report on file for Child #6, a preschooler, is dated 3/17/21. The two most recent health reports on file for Child #4, a preschooler, are dated 8/26/22 and 5/21/24, more than 12 months apart.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 16, 2024
Jul 19, 2023Inspection18 rules cited
3270.133(2) Written instructions
“In the Corner Market Classroom there was an inhaler that was lacking written instructions from the individual who prescribed the medicine.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 4, 2023
3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(3) Immunization record/Dismissal policy
“The file for Child #1, 3 and 4 all contained immunization records that were lacking influenza immunizations.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 31, 2023
3270.131(b)(1)/3270.182(1) Infant: updated health report every 6 months/Initial and subsequent health reports
“The file for Child #1 who is a young toddler age child, contains a health assessment that is more than 6 months old.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 31, 2023
3270.124(b)(6) Insurance coverage information
“The file for Child #2 contained an emergency contact form that was lacking the policy number of the child's medical insurance.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 26, 2023
3270.124(b)(2) Physician name, address, phone
“The file for Child #1 contained an emergency contact form that was lacking address and phone number of the child's physician.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 26, 2023
3270.123(a)(4) Arrival/departure times
“The file for Child #4 contained an agreement form that was lacking the arrival and departure times of the child.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 26, 2023
3270.123(a)(1) Amount of fee
“The file for Child #4 contained an agreement form that was lacking the fee amount.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 26, 2023
3270.103 Small Toys and Objects
“In the Outdoor Adventure Classroom empty bags were observed in an unlocked cabinet where the children could access them.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 28, 2023
3270.82(h) Handwashing signs
“The changing table in the boy's restroom did not have a handwashing sign posted. In the girl's restroom the 4th stall was lacking a handwashing sign.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 26, 2023
3270.69(b) 110º F or less
“In both the boys and girls restrooms the hot water in the sinks was reading at 128 degrees.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 25, 2023
3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible
“In the Pizza Shop Classroom there were two spray bottles that contained toxics that were accessible to children.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 25, 2023
3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL
“The file for Staff #1 and 6 both contained DOE FBI Clearances in their file. They may not work in a position at the child care facility until the DHS FBI clearance comes back. The file for Staff #3 was lacking an FBI clearance, the file also did not have proof of applying and getting the fingerprints done. The file for Staff #7 contained a volunteer State Police Clearance. There were also two Child Abuse, two FBI clearances and two Mandated Reporter that were more than 60 months apart. The file for Staff #8 was lacking a state police clearance, and a disclosure statement. The file for Staff #9 contained a volunteer child abuse clearance, and it was lacking an FBi clearance,”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 31, 2023
3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training
“The file for Staff #2, and 5 both contain the Health and Safety Basics that was taken prior to the September 30, 2016.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 31, 2023
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“The file for Staff #4, and 10 were both lacking the 1 hour Health and Safety update.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 31, 2023
3270.192(5) Two written references
“The file for Staff #8 and 9 were both lacking two non family written reference letters attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 28, 2023
3270.192(2)(ii) Exp, educ., training prior to facility
“The file for Staff #8 and 9 were lacking verification of their education and child care experience and training prior to service at the facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 28, 2023
3270.171(c) Safe routes posted
“The facility was lacking a posted pick up/drop off policy.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 27, 2023
3270.151(a) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter
“The file for Staff #7 contains two health assessments that were more than 24 months apart. The file for Staff #9 was lacking an initial health assessment and TB test.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 28, 2023
Jul 14, 2022Inspection15 rules cited
3270.107 Refrigerator
“The refrigerator in the Pizza Shop Classroom was lacking an operable thermometer.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 7, 2022
3270.151(a) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter
“The file for Staff #5 contained a health assessment and TB test that was obtained after the staff's start date.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 17, 2022
3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible
“The cabinet in the girls restroom has a lock that is not working and therefore made comet cleaner, toilet bowl cleaner, and cat litter accessible to the children.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 7, 2022
3270.113(a)(1) Staff assigned to specific children
“In the City Zoo (infant room) Cert. Rep. asked staff in the room to name the children they were responsible for. One staff named 2 children that were sleeping in a little room off of the main room. There was no staff in that small nap room.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 14, 2022
3270.111(b) Posted in group space
“The construction zone was lacking a posted daily schedule.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 7, 2022
3270.31(e) Age and Training
“The file for Staff #4 contained 9 clock hours of child care training, therefor lacking 3 annual clock hours of child care training. The file for Staff #6 contained 5 clock hours of child care training, therefore lacking 7 annual clock hours of child care training.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 7, 2022
3270.124(e) Written emergency plan posted
“The Construction Zone, Corner Market, Outdoor Adventure, Pet Shop, Pizza Shop and CIty Zoo were all lacking the Emergency Transportation Plan.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 7, 2022
3270.131(b)(2) Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months
“The file for child #4, who is a preschool aged child had two health assessments dated 10/23/19 and 5/26/22, which is more than the 12 months required.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 14, 2022
3270.103 Small Toys and Objects
“The cabinet in the girls restroom contained empty garbage bags in it, and the lock was broken making them accessible to the children.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 7, 2022
3270.131(e)(1) Exemption documentation from parent/guardian
“The file for Child #1 contained an immunization record that was lacking 1 dose of DTAP. The file for Child #2 contained an immunization record that was lacking 1 dose of DTAP and the annual influenza vaccine. The file for Child #3 contained an immunization record that was lacking the annual influenza vaccine and one dose of the Hepatitis A vaccine.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 7, 2022
3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster
“In the Outdoor Adventure Room on the wall to the right of the TV there was peeling paint observed.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 7, 2022
3270.75(c) Has all items
“The First Aid Kit in the Pet Shop Room was lacking tape. The first aid kit in the City Zoo Room was lacking scissors and tweezers.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 7, 2022
3270.75(b) Inaccessible to children
“The first aid kit was accessible to the children in the Construction Zone, Corner Market, and Outdoor Adventure Rooms.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 7, 2022
3270.74 Emergency Numbers Posted
“The Corner Market, Outdoor Adventure, Pet Shop. and City Zoo were all lacking posted emergency numbers.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 7, 2022
3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL
“The file for Staff #1 whose start date is in the code sheet, contains a child abuse clearance that was obtained after the staff's start date and there was no proof in the file that the clearance was applied for prior to the staff's start date. The file for Staff #3 contained a volunteer Child Abuse Clearance. The file for Staff #4 contained two Mandated Reporter Trainings Dated 1/18/17 and 7/29/22 which is more than the 60 month requirement. The file for Staff #5 contained a volunteer State Police clearance.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 7, 2022
- Nov 2, 2021InspectionNo rules cited
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Is A Brighter Day Lrng Ctr licensed?
Yes. A Brighter Day Lrng Ctr is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
When was A Brighter Day Lrng Ctr last inspected?
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on July 27, 2026, with 18 rules cited. It lists 7 visits in the last 3 years.
Has A Brighter Day Lrng Ctr had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 82 rules across 7 of 7 visits in the last 3 years; 81 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 Brighter Day Lrng Ctr care for?
108, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve school-age children.
Does A Brighter Day Lrng Ctr accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are A Brighter Day Lrng Ctr's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 5:30 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does A Brighter Day Lrng Ctr cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (724) 548-5643 to ask.
What is A Brighter Day Lrng Ctr's phone number?
(724) 548-5643.
Where is A Brighter Day Lrng Ctr?
143 Reed Rd, Kittanning, PA 16201. The nearest other daycare we list is Tiny Smiles Childcare, 1 miles away.