Shirley A Hollack
Butler, PA 16001 · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Ali’s Little Hands Learning Center
- licensed capacity
- 72
- open each week
- 5 days
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About
About Ali’s Little Hands Learning Center
Ali’s Little Hands Learning Center is a child care center in Butler, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 72 children, serving school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:45 AM to 5:25 PM. It describes its programs: infant care and toddler care.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 5 visits in the last 3 years and cited 35 rules across 5 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsSchool-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
- 6:45 AM to 5:25 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 72 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 6:45 AM to 5:25 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:45 AM to 5:25 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:45 AM to 5:25 PM |
| Thursday | 6:45 AM to 5:25 PM |
| Friday | 6:45 AM to 5:25 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | School-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Programs | Infant care and toddler care |
| Staff | Infant teacher CPR certified, clearances up to date, twelve years experience in daycare |
| Daily life | Parents pack food |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Parent updates | Parent app (Brightwheel) |
| Licensed capacity | 72 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Ali’s Little Hands Learning Center has not listed its tuition.
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State record
Inspection reports for Ali’s Little Hands Learning Center
License
- Status
- Certified by the state and operating
- License type
- Certificate of Compliance
- Capacity
- 72 children
- Ages
- School-age children
- License number
- #CER-00254783
Summary
5 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jun 3, 2026: 4 rules cited
Rules cited on 5 of 5 visits · 35 rules in all · 35 corrected
- Health, medication and illness 12
- Staff training and qualifications 7
- Safety and hazards 5
- Building, equipment and play areas 4
- Supervision and ratios 3
- Records and paperwork 2
- Discipline and child guidance 1
- Background checks 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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Jun 3, 2026Visit4 rules cited
3270.133(5) Original label
“In the toddler room, there was Mommy's Bliss Organic Baby Cough Syrup for child #1 that was expired.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 4, 2026
3270.102(a) Clean and good repair
“On the outdoor preschool play space, there was a play structure that had a net that was torn and had a hole. On the outdoor toddler play space, there was a play structure that had multiple areas of the blue plastic surface that were peeling and coming apart.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 8, 2026
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“According to the log, the operator did not manually test the interconnected fire detection system in the facility at least once every 30 days between 1-16-26 to 2-20-26 and 2-20-26 to 3-24-26.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 3, 2026
3270.94(a)(1) Every 60 days
“According to the fire drill log, a current fire drill has not been conducted within the last 60 days as of 6-3-26, with the last fire drill being conducted on 1-16-26.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 8, 2026
Jan 8, 2026Inspection8 rules cited
3270.31(e)(4)(i) Age and Training
“The file for staff person #3 had current pediatric first-aid/CPR training with a completion date of 7-26-25 that was after the July 2024 expiration of the prior training.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 2, 2026
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“In the downstairs bathroom, there was a wall plate that was broken on the side with sharp edges and was accessible to children.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 8, 2026
3270.82(e) Toilet and sinks proper height
“In the toddler room with 3 young toddlers that were walking and able to wash their hands, the sink used to wash hands had a stepstool that was at a height that the children were unable to reach the sink to wash their hands.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 20, 2026
3270.123(a)(3) Services proceeded
“The files for child #1, #3, and #4 lacked a current child service report updated within the last 6 months.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 6, 2026
3270.151(a) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter
“The file for staff person #1 had health assessments that exceeded 24 months between assessments.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 8, 2026
3270.151(b) Conducted by physician, PA or CRNP
“The file for staff person #2 had a health assessment that lacked the professional title of the individual that signed the assessment.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 6, 2026
3270.181(c) Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos
“The files for child #1, #2, #3, and #4 lacked a current emergency contact form and agreement updated by the parent within the last 6 months.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 6, 2026
3270.133(3) Name on bottle
“In the toddler room, there was Hyland's Kids Cough & Cold Medicine for child #5 that was not labeled with the child's name.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 8, 2026
Jan 9, 2025Inspection12 rules cited
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“According to the log, the operator did not manually test the interconnected fire detection system in the facility at least once every 30 days between 8-23-24 to 9-27-24 and 10-21-24 to 11-21-24.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 9, 2025
3270.192(5) Two written references
“The file for staff person #2 had one written, nonfamily reference and lacked a second written, nonfamily reference.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 24, 2025
3270.181(c) Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos
“The file for child #2 lacked a current emergency contact form and agreement updated by the parent within the last 6 months.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 24, 2025
3270.133(6) Written consent
“In the toddler room, there was Tylenol for child #4 that lacked written parental consent for administration of the medication.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 24, 2025
3270.133(3) Name on bottle
“In the toddler room, there was Zarbee's Cough Syrup for child #5 that was not labeled with the child's name.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 9, 2025
3270.131(d)(8) Age appropriate screenings complete
“The file for child #1 had a health assessment that lacked a statement that age-appropriate screenings recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics were conducted since the time of the previous health assessment.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 24, 2025
3270.131(d)(7) Free from contagious/communicable disease
“The file for child #1 had a health assessment that lacked a statement that the child is able to participate in child care and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 24, 2025
3270.113(a) Supervised at all times
“On 1-9-25, child #3 was observed in the hallway with a therapist, and a staff person was not present in the hallway to supervise the child.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 9, 2025
3270.51 Similar Age Level
“On 1-9-25, child #3 was observed in the hallway with a therapist, and a staff person was not present in the hallway to supervise the child, resulting in a 0:1 staff to child ratio.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 9, 2025
3270.37(b)(1)/3270.192(2)(ii) HS/GED/Exp, educ., training prior to facility
“The file for staff person #2, functioning as an aide, lacked verification of education to qualify as an aide.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 9, 2025
3270.34(a)(6) Staff evaluations
“The file for staff person #1 had a staff evaluation that exceeded 12 months between evaluations.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 21, 2025
3270.113(a)(1) Staff assigned to specific children
“On 1-9-25, child #3 was observed in the hallway with a therapist, and a staff person was not present in the hallway to supervise the child.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 9, 2025
Aug 8, 2024Inspection3 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): Pediatric first-aid/CPR training.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 30, 2024
3270.192(5) Two written references
“The file for staff person #2 had one written, nonfamily reference and lacked a second written, nonfamily reference.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 11, 2024
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“The file for staff person #2, hired provisionally, had proof of application for the NSOR verification certificate at their start date and lacked the NSOR verification certificate within 45 days of their start date as required for a provisional hire and requires a current NSOR verification certificate. (See LIS CODE SHEET)”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 30, 2024
Jan 26, 2024Inspection8 rules cited
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“According to the log, the operator did not manually test the interconnected fire detection system in the facility at least once every 30 days on multiple occasions within the last year.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 8, 2024
3270.133(6) Written consent
“In the toddler room, there was a bottle of Motrin Infants' Drops for child #2 that lacked written parental consent for administration of the medication.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 29, 2024
3270.133(1) Original container
“In the 3 year old preschool room, there was an inhaler for child #3 that lacked the original container with the prescription identifying that the medication was prescribed for that child.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 5, 2024
3270.131(b)(2)/3270.182(1) Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months/Initial and subsequent health reports
“The file for child #1, a preschooler, had a health assessment that exceeded 12 months between assessments.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 8, 2024
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“On the outdoor preschool play space, there were multiple holes in the turf surface that were a tripping hazard.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 5, 2024
3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training
“Staff person #3 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Pediatric first-aid/CPR training from a PQAS approved trainer and a PQAS approved curriculum. Staff person #2 completed the following required pre-service training on 1-11-24 that was over 90 days after their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Health and Safety Training in the topics of 3270.31(f)(1-9).”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 8, 2024
3270.27(e) Letter to parents
“The operator's letter provided to the parent of each enrolled child explaining the emergency procedures lacked the accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 8, 2024
3270.151(a) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter
“The file for staff person #1 had a health assessment that exceeded 24 months between assessments.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 8, 2024
Jan 19, 2023Inspection10 rules cited
3270.131(a)(4)/3270.182(1) Initial health report for school age; accordance with school attendance/Initial and subsequent health reports
“The file for child #3, a school-age child, lacked an initial health assessment for a school-age child dated in accordance with the requirements for medical examinations for school attendance in 28 Pa. Code § 23.2 (relating to medical examinations).”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 24, 2023
3270.124(b)(2) Physician name, address, phone
“The file for child #2 had an emergency contact form that lacked the address and telephone number of the child's physician.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 23, 2023
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“The file for staff person #4 had a Department of Education FBI clearance dated 3-18-22 and did not obtain a DHS FBI clearance until 1-5-23, which was after their start date at the facility. (See LIS CODE SHEET)”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 20, 2023
3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL
“Staff person #1 had mandated reporter trainings dated 12-18-15 and 12-28-20 that were over 60 months between trainings.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 20, 2023
3270.151(a) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter
“The file for staff person #3 lacked a current health assessment updated within the last 24 months.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 23, 2023
3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training
“Staff person #3 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Approved Health and Safety Training in the topics of 3270.31(f)(1-9).”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 8, 2023
3270.31(e)(4)(i) Age and Training
“The file for staff person #2 had current pediatric first-aid and CPR training with a completion date of 8-7-21 that was after the April 2021 expiration of the prior training. The file for staff person #3 had current pediatric first-aid and CPR training with a completion date of 8-7-21 that was after the September 2020 expiration of the prior training.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 23, 2023
3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(3) Immunization record/Dismissal policy
“The file for child #1, a 5 month old, had an immunization record that lacked documentation of the 2nd doses of the Rotavirus, DTAP, HIB, Pneumococcal, and Polio vaccinations by age 4 months in accordance with the schedule recommended by the ACIP and lacked exemption documentation.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 8, 2023
3270.27(f) Emergency plan
“The operator lacked documentation of sending a copy of the updated emergency plan to the local municipality and to the county emergency management agency.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 26, 2023
3270.103 Small Toys and Objects
“In the preschool room with 2 year olds present in the room, there were multiple pieces of synthetic plastic snow inside the sensory table that were less than 1 inch in diameter and were accessible to children who are still placing objects in their mouths.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 20, 2023
Jan 31, 2022Inspection4 rules cited
3270.25(a) Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations
“The operator indicated that the parents had not yet been provided with information on how to access the regulations electronically.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 31, 2022
3270.124(e) Written emergency plan posted
“The medical emergency transportation plan was not posted in the upstairs preschool/schoolage room.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 31, 2022
3270.123(a)(4) Arrival/departure times
“The arrival and departure times were not specified on the agreement on file for child #1.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 31, 2022
3270.27(e) Letter to parents
“The plan for a lockdown was not included in the letter to parents explaining the emergency plan.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 1, 2022
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FAQ
Questions about Ali’s Little Hands Learning Center
Is Ali’s Little Hands Learning Center licensed?
Yes. Ali’s Little Hands Learning Center is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
When was Ali’s Little Hands Learning Center last inspected?
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on June 3, 2026, with 4 rules cited. It lists 5 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Ali’s Little Hands Learning Center had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 35 rules across 5 of 5 visits in the last 3 years; 35 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 Ali’s Little Hands Learning Center care for?
72, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve school-age children.
Does Ali’s Little Hands Learning Center accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Ali’s Little Hands Learning Center's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:45 AM to 5:25 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Ali’s Little Hands Learning Center cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (724) 256-9200 to ask.
What is Ali’s Little Hands Learning Center's phone number?
(724) 256-9200.
Where is Ali’s Little Hands Learning Center?
1329 N Main Street Ext, Butler, PA 16001. The nearest other daycare we list is Butler County Childrens Center, 0.7 miles away.