The Goddard School
301 5th Ave, Pittsburgh, PA
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Brightside Academy
- licensed capacity
- 100
- open each week
- 5 days
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About Brightside Academy
Brightside Academy is a child care center in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 100 children, serving school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:30 PM.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 10 visits in the last 3 years and cited 60 rules across 9 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- School-age children
- Hours today
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 100 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 6:00 AM to 6:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:00 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:00 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Thursday | 6:00 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Friday | 6:00 AM to 6:30 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 | 100 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
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State record
Inspection reports for Brightside Academy
License
- Status
- Certified by the state and operating
- License type
- Certificate of Compliance
- Capacity
- 100 children
- Ages
- School-age children
- License number
- #CER-00248002
Summary
10 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Sep 10, 2026: 12 rules cited
Rules cited on 9 of 10 visits · 60 rules in all · 60 corrected
- Health, medication and illness 14
- Building, equipment and play areas 11
- Safety and hazards 9
- Staff training and qualifications 9
- Supervision and ratios 6
- Background checks 4
- Records and paperwork 3
- 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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Sep 10, 2026Inspection12 rules cited
3270.106(a) Clean, age appropriate
“The cots in Room #5 were not labeled.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 14, 2026
3270.103 Small Toys and Objects
“Observed a tear, which exposed the inner foam, in a purple rest mat in Room 4. This presents a potential choking hazard to children who may still be placing objects in their mouth (infants/young toddlers).”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 10, 2026
3270.81 Glass
“A visual strip or other visual identification was not placed on the glass door in Room #9.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 14, 2026
3270.182(3)/3270.182(5) Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission/Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission
“The emergency contact form in the file for Child #1 did not include signatures for parental consent for emergency medical care for the child parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff. The signature fields had only been initialed.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 14, 2026
3270.131(b)(2)/3270.182(1) Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months/Initial and subsequent health reports
“The most recent updated health reports in the file for Child #3, a preschool child, exceeded 12 months between reports.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 8, 2026
3270.131(b)(1)/3270.182(1) Infant: updated health report every 6 months/Initial and subsequent health reports
“The most recent updated health reports in the file for Child #2, a young toddler, exceeded 6 months between reports.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 14, 2026
3270.111(b) Posted in group space
“A daily activity schedule was not posted in Room #9.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 14, 2026
3270.27(e) Letter to parents
“The parent letter explaining the emergency procedures did not include accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 24, 2026
3270.31(e)(4)(i) Age and Training
“The pediatric first aid/CPR certification in the file for Staff Person #2 expired while the staff person was on leave and was not renewed until after the staff person had returned to work.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 24, 2025
3270.31(e)(4)(ii) Fire safety - 1 yr.
“The most recent fire safety trainings in the file for Staff Person #1 exceeded 12 months between trainings.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 8, 2026
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“The previous Child Abuse clearance in the file for Staff Person #2 expired while the staff person was on leave and the current Child Abuse clearance acquired after the staff person returned to work.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 7, 2025
3270.34(a)(6) Staff evaluations
“The file for Staff Person #2 did not include a written evaluation conducted within the past 12 months.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 14, 2026
- Sep 1, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
May 15, 2026Visit1 rule cited
3270.113(b) No physical punishment
“Based on interviews with staff and video evidence, Staff #1, who was reading a story to children, reached back behind themselves and grabbed a child, then hit their head with their hand and aggressively made the child sit down in front of them.”
Correction date in the state record: May 7, 2026
May 6, 2026Inspection8 rules cited
3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster
“Observed peeling, flaking paint by the women's restroom in the older toddler room.”
Correction date in the state record: May 27, 2026
3270.65 Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less
“Observed two electrical outlets in the gym and one electrical outlet in the infant room, which lacked protective receptacle covers.”
Correction date in the state record: May 6, 2026
3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(iv) HS/GED + 2 yrs/Transcript, diploma and letters
“The file for Staff Person #1, an Assistant Group Supervisor with a HSD/GED did not include documentation of two years childcare experience.”
Correction date in the state record: May 7, 2026
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“The disclosure statements in the files for Staff Person #2, #5 and #6 were on outdated forms and not valid. The disclosure statement in the file for Staff Person #3 was not witnessed and is not valid.”
Correction date in the state record: May 6, 2026
3270.21 General Health and Safety
“Observed loose-fitted sheets in three of the pack n plays in the infant room.”
Correction date in the state record: May 7, 2026
3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test
“The initial health assessment in the file for Staff Person #4 was not dated or signed by the physician's assistant who conducted the exam, so it could not be determined if the assessment was timely with the staff person's date of hire.”
Correction date in the state record: May 12, 2026
3270.102(a) Clean and good repair
“Observed dirt and debris under the mats of the diaper changing tables in the young toddler and infant rooms.”
Correction date in the state record: May 6, 2026
3270.151(c)(5) Physician/CRNP assessment
“The health assessment in the file for Staff Person #2 did not include the physician's or CRNP's assessment of the person's suitability to provide child care.”
Correction date in the state record: May 7, 2026
Oct 8, 2025Complaint investigation1 rule cited
3270.182(7) Reports of accidents, injuries and illnesses. Original report - parent same day Copy - facility accident file. Copy - child's file
“Based on interviews with staff and review of documents, it was verified that Child #1 sustained an injury on 9/29 in Room 2 at 3:36 PM. Child #1 fell onto a shelf, which resulted in a bump on the child's forehead. Staff Person #1, who was responsible for supervising the child, did not provide an incident report to the parent on the day of the injury.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 6, 2026
Sep 4, 2025Inspection19 rules cited
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“The most recent Child Abuse and FBI Clearances in the file for Staff Person #1 exceeded 60 months between clearances. The NSOR Certificate in the file for Staff Person #2 was acquired after the staff person's first day working in child care (See LIS Code Sheet).”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 4, 2025
3270.33(a)/3270.192(2)(ii) Each staff person meets quals/Exp, educ., training prior to facility
“The file for Staff Person #9 contained a foreign degree, which has not been evaluated by a service that is a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or the Association of International Credential Evaluators (AICE).”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 15, 2025
3270.65 Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less
“Observed an electrical outlet that lacked a protective receptacle cover in the hallway outside Room #7.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 4, 2025
3270.31(e)(4)(i) Age and Training
“The most recent Pediatric First Aid/CPR Certifications in the files for Staff Person #1, 5 and 6 were acquired after the previous certifications had expired.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 4, 2025
3270.67(d) Contaminated trash in closed plastic-lined receptacle
“Observed a waste can, which lacked a plastic liner, and contained soiled Kleenex in Room #2.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 4, 2025
3270.27(c) Training regarding plan
“The initial emergency plan training in the file for Staff Person #3 was conducted more than 90 days after the staff person's initial day in child care (See LIS Code Sheet).”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 4, 2025
3270.75(c) Has all items
“The first aid kit in Room #3 lacked scissors. The first aid kit in Room #7 lacked tweezers and tape.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 4, 2025
3270.131(a)/3270.182(1) Health information/Initial and subsequent health reports
“The files for Child #4 and #5, who have been enrolled for more than 60 days, did not include an initial health report.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 17, 2025
3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(3) Immunization record/Dismissal policy
“The file for Child #3 did not contain an immunization record. The parental exemption was on a pre-filled form that is not acceptable.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 4, 2025
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 file for Staff Person #6 exceeded 24 months between assessments.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 4, 2025
3270.31(e)(4)(ii) Fire safety - 1 yr.
“The most recent annual fire safety trainings in the files for Staff Person #1, 4 and 6 exceeded 12 months between trainings.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 4, 2025
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“Observed a loose, broken ceiling tile in the far corner or Room #8.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 9, 2025
3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster
“Observed flaking paint and plaster under the window in Room #1. Observed peeling paint by the women's room in Room #4.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 9, 2025
3270.82(e) Toilet and sinks proper height
“Observed Staff Person #8 lift a child up to wash the child's hands in Room #1. The sink in the room is not at proper height for children using it nor did the sink have platforms or steps for children to use.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 4, 2025
3270.82(h) Handwashing signs
“Observed the toilet in the women's room attached to Room #4 and two sinks in the 2nd floor men's room, which lacked handwashing signs.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 4, 2025
3270.102(a) Clean and good repair
“Observed cracks, which create sharp edges, in a clear plastic toy bin in Room #3 and a purple toy bin in the summer camp room.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 4, 2025
3270.103 Small Toys and Objects
“Observed peeling plastic, which exposed the inner foam, of a staff chair in Room #4. Observed teeth marks in the foam blocks in Room #3. This presents a potential choking hazard for children who may still be placing objects in their mouths.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 4, 2025
3270.113(a)(1) Staff assigned to specific children
“On 9/4/25 at 10:00 AM, Staff Person #7, #8 and #9 were supervising 8 older toddlers in Room #1. When asked to identify the children in their groups, Staff Person #8 and #9 each identified three children. Staff Person #7 was unable to name the two children they were supervising.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 4, 2025
3270.124(c) Each child care space
“Emergency Contact Forms were not present in Room #1 for Child #1 or Room #4 for Child #2, who were receiving care in those rooms.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 4, 2025
Oct 1, 2024Complaint investigation4 rules cited
3270.113(d) No harsh language
“Based on conversations with staff, it was verified that Staff Person #3 and #4 were observed arguing with each other and using profanity in the presence of children on 9/24/24 and 9/25/24 in Room 4.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 26, 2024
3270.52 Mixed Age Level
“Based on conversations with staff and review of video footage, the following was verified: On 9/13/24 at 8:14 AM, Staff Person #1 and #2 were involved in a physical altercation in the lobby of the facility. At this time, Staff Person #3 and #4 were supervising 6 children (2 infants and 4 young toddlers) in Classroom 4. Staff Person #3 and #4 left these children alone and unsupervised when they left the room to deescalate the fight. At this time, Staff Person #5 was supervising 2 older toddlers in Room 1. When Staff Person #5 noticed that the children in Room #4 were left alone, Staff Person #5 left the room for approximately ten seconds, but quickly returned. This briefly left 2 older toddlers alone and unsupervised in Room #1. Upon return, Staff Person #5 took her 2 older toddlers to Room 4. This placed Staff Person #5 over ratio in Room #4 until Staff Person #3 and #4 returned. This incident resulted in non-compliance with ratio/supervision during the following times: 8:14:00-8:14:40 Six children (2 infants, 4 young toddlers) alone and unsupervised in Room #4 for forty seconds when Staff Person #3 and #4 left the room. 8:14:30-8:14:40 Two older toddlers alone and unsupervised in Room #1 for ten seconds when Staff Person #5 left the room. 8:14:40-8:15:09 Staff Person #5 over ratio for 29 seconds in Room 4 (2 infants, 4 young toddlers, 2 older toddlers).”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 26, 2024
3270.113(a) Supervised at all times
“Based on conversations with staff and review of video footage, the following was verified: On 9/13/24 at 8:14 AM, Staff Person #1 and #2 were involved in a physical altercation in the lobby of the facility. At this time, Staff Person #3 and #4 were supervising 6 children (2 infants and 4 young toddlers) in Classroom 4. Staff Person #3 and #4 left these children alone and unsupervised when they left the room to deescalate the fight. At this time, Staff Person #5 was supervising 2 older toddlers in Room 1. When Staff Person #5 noticed that the children in Room #4 were left alone, Staff Person #5 left the room for approximately ten seconds, but quickly returned. This briefly left 2 older toddlers alone and unsupervised in Room #1. Upon return, Staff Person #5 took her 2 older toddlers to Room 4. This placed Staff Person #5 over ratio in Room #4 until Staff Person #3 and #4 returned. This incident resulted in non-compliance with ratio/supervision during the following times: 8:14:00-8:14:40 Six children (2 infants, 4 young toddlers) alone and unsupervised in Room #4 for forty seconds when Staff Person #3 and #4 left the room. 8:14:30-8:14:40 Two older toddlers alone and unsupervised in Room #1 for ten seconds when Staff Person #5 left the room. 8:14:40-8:15:09 Staff Person #5 over ratio for 29 seconds in Room 4 (2 infants, 4 young toddlers, 2 older toddlers).”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 26, 2024
3270.113(a)(1) Staff assigned to specific children
“Based on conversations with staff and review of video footage, the following was verified: On 9/13/24 at 8:14 AM, Staff Person #1 and #2 were involved in a physical altercation in the lobby of the facility. At this time, Staff Person #3 and #4 were supervising 6 children (2 infants and 4 young toddlers) in Classroom 4. Staff Person #3 and #4 left these children alone and unsupervised when they left the room to deescalate the fight. At this time, Staff Person #5 was supervising 2 older toddlers in Room 1. When Staff Person #5 noticed that the children in Room #4 were left alone, Staff Person #5 left the room for approximately ten seconds, but quickly returned. This briefly left 2 older toddlers alone and unsupervised in Room #1. Upon return, Staff Person #5 took her 2 older toddlers to Room 4. This placed Staff Person #5 over ratio in Room #4 until Staff Person #3 and #4 returned. This incident resulted in non-compliance with ratio/supervision during the following times: 8:14:00-8:14:40 Six children (2 infants, 4 young toddlers) alone and unsupervised in Room #4 for forty seconds when Staff Person #3 and #4 left the room. 8:14:30-8:14:40 Two older toddlers alone and unsupervised in Room #1 for ten seconds when Staff Person #5 left the room. 8:14:40-8:15:09 Staff Person #5 over ratio for 29 seconds in Room 4 (2 infants, 4 young toddlers, 2 older toddlers).”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 26, 2024
Oct 1, 2024Inspection4 rules cited
3270.113(d) No harsh language
“Based on conversations with staff, it was verified that Staff Person #3 and #4 were observed arguing with each other and using profanity in the presence of children on 9/24/24 and 9/25/24 in Room 4.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 26, 2024
3270.52 Mixed Age Level
“Based on conversations with staff and review of video footage, the following was verified: On 9/13/24 at 8:14 AM, Staff Person #1 and #2 were involved in a physical altercation in the lobby of the facility. At this time, Staff Person #3 and #4 were supervising 6 children (2 infants and 4 young toddlers) in Classroom 4. Staff Person #3 and #4 left these children alone and unsupervised when they left the room to deescalate the fight. At this time, Staff Person #5 was supervising 2 older toddlers in Room 1. When Staff Person #5 noticed that the children in Room #4 were left alone, Staff Person #5 left the room for approximately ten seconds, but quickly returned. This briefly left 2 older toddlers alone and unsupervised in Room #1. Upon return, Staff Person #5 took her 2 older toddlers to Room 4. This placed Staff Person #5 over ratio in Room #4 until Staff Person #3 and #4 returned. This incident resulted in non-compliance with ratio/supervision during the following times: 8:14:00-8:14:40 Six children (2 infants, 4 young toddlers) alone and unsupervised in Room #4 for forty seconds when Staff Person #3 and #4 left the room. 8:14:30-8:14:40 Two older toddlers alone and unsupervised in Room #1 for ten seconds when Staff Person #5 left the room. 8:14:40-8:15:09 Staff Person #5 over ratio for 29 seconds in Room 4 (2 infants, 4 young toddlers, 2 older toddlers).”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 26, 2024
3270.113(a) Supervised at all times
“Based on conversations with staff and review of video footage, the following was verified: On 9/13/24 at 8:14 AM, Staff Person #1 and #2 were involved in a physical altercation in the lobby of the facility. At this time, Staff Person #3 and #4 were supervising 6 children (2 infants and 4 young toddlers) in Classroom 4. Staff Person #3 and #4 left these children alone and unsupervised when they left the room to deescalate the fight. At this time, Staff Person #5 was supervising 2 older toddlers in Room 1. When Staff Person #5 noticed that the children in Room #4 were left alone, Staff Person #5 left the room for approximately ten seconds, but quickly returned. This briefly left 2 older toddlers alone and unsupervised in Room #1. Upon return, Staff Person #5 took her 2 older toddlers to Room 4. This placed Staff Person #5 over ratio in Room #4 until Staff Person #3 and #4 returned. This incident resulted in non-compliance with ratio/supervision during the following times: 8:14:00-8:14:40 Six children (2 infants, 4 young toddlers) alone and unsupervised in Room #4 for forty seconds when Staff Person #3 and #4 left the room. 8:14:30-8:14:40 Two older toddlers alone and unsupervised in Room #1 for ten seconds when Staff Person #5 left the room. 8:14:40-8:15:09 Staff Person #5 over ratio for 29 seconds in Room 4 (2 infants, 4 young toddlers, 2 older toddlers).”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 26, 2024
3270.113(a)(1) Staff assigned to specific children
“Based on conversations with staff and review of video footage, the following was verified: On 9/13/24 at 8:14 AM, Staff Person #1 and #2 were involved in a physical altercation in the lobby of the facility. At this time, Staff Person #3 and #4 were supervising 6 children (2 infants and 4 young toddlers) in Classroom 4. Staff Person #3 and #4 left these children alone and unsupervised when they left the room to deescalate the fight. At this time, Staff Person #5 was supervising 2 older toddlers in Room 1. When Staff Person #5 noticed that the children in Room #4 were left alone, Staff Person #5 left the room for approximately ten seconds, but quickly returned. This briefly left 2 older toddlers alone and unsupervised in Room #1. Upon return, Staff Person #5 took her 2 older toddlers to Room 4. This placed Staff Person #5 over ratio in Room #4 until Staff Person #3 and #4 returned. This incident resulted in non-compliance with ratio/supervision during the following times: 8:14:00-8:14:40 Six children (2 infants, 4 young toddlers) alone and unsupervised in Room #4 for forty seconds when Staff Person #3 and #4 left the room. 8:14:30-8:14:40 Two older toddlers alone and unsupervised in Room #1 for ten seconds when Staff Person #5 left the room. 8:14:40-8:15:09 Staff Person #5 over ratio for 29 seconds in Room 4 (2 infants, 4 young toddlers, 2 older toddlers).”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 26, 2024
Sep 27, 2024Inspection10 rules cited
3270.66(b) Original container
“Observed spray bottles of Lysol cleaner in Room #4 and Room #8 that were not labeled.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 1, 2024
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“Observed a cracked electrical outlet cover and ceiling tiles, discolored from water damage, in the center of the ceiling in the 1st floor gym.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 24, 2024
3270.103 Small Toys and Objects
“Observed plastic bags in the toy box on the floor in Room #4. This presents a potential hazard to children who may still be placing objects in their mouths.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 1, 2024
3270.111(b) Posted in group space
“The daily activity schedule was not posted in Room #8.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 1, 2024
3270.113(a)(1) Staff assigned to specific children
“On 10/1/24 at approximately 9:00 AM in Room #4, Staff Person #2 and #3 were each supervising a group of 4 children (infants and young toddlers). Each staff person was only able to name three of the children in their assigned groups. Staff Person #2 failed to name Child #1 and Staff Person #3 failed to name Child #2, who were in their assigned groups.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 1, 2024
3270.91(a) Stairs, exits, etc. unobstructed
“The hallway exit near Room #4 was blocked by car seats and broken appliances, which were to be discarded.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 2, 2024
3270.131(b)(2)/3270.182(1) Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months/Initial and subsequent health reports
“The most recent updated health reports in the file for Child #3, a preschool child, exceeded 12 months between reports.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 1, 2024
3270.31(e)(4)(ii) Fire safety - 1 yr.
“The most recent annual fire safety trainings in the file for Staff Person #1 exceeded 12 months between trainings: 7/28/23-9/25/24.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 1, 2024
3270.166(4) Bottles labeled
“Observed a bottle for Child #1, an infant, which was not labeled.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 1, 2024
3270.75(c) Has all items
“The first aid kit in Room #8 lacked tweezers, tape and gauze.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 1, 2024
Jul 2, 2024Inspection5 rules cited
3270.27(c) Training regarding plan
“The files for Staff Person #1, #5 and #6, who have been working for more than 90 days, did not include documentation of Emergency Plan Training. (See LIS Code Sheet).”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 2, 2024
3270.103 Small Toys and Objects
“Observed small multi-colored rocks, which were accessible to children, in an unlocked toy cabinet in the toddler room. This creates a potential choking hazard for children who may still be placing objects in their mouths.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 2, 2024
3270.31(f)(10) Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR
“The Pediatric First Aid/CPR certification in the file for Staff Person #6 was completed more than 90 days after the staff person's first day working with children. (See LIS Code Sheet).”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 2, 2024
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“The file for Staff Person #4, who has been working for more than 45 days, did not include an FBI Clearance.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 2, 2024
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“Staff person #2 and #3 were observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person #2 and #3 have not completed the following pre-service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: Pediatric First Aid/CPR in an approved curriculum from a PQAS Instructor.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 2, 2024
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Sep 11, 2023Inspection11 rules cited
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“Observed a cracked ceiling tile above the sink area in Room #7. Observed protruding staples from an open storage box in Room #9.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 18, 2023
3270.123(a)(1) Amount of fee
“The fee agreement in the file for Child #3 did not specify the fee amount.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 11, 2023
3270.131(b)(2)/3270.182(1) Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months/Initial and subsequent health reports
“The most recent updated health reports in the file for Child #2, a Preschool Child, exceeded 12 months between reports.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 11, 2023
3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(3) Immunization record/Dismissal policy
“The most recent immunization record in the file for Child #2 did not include documentation of a flu shot conducted within the past year or a letter of exemption from the parent or physician.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 11, 2023
3270.131(d)(7) Free from contagious/communicable disease
“The most recent health report in the file for Child #1 did not include 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: Oct 23, 2023
3270.166(4) Bottles labeled
“Observed two bottles in the infant room that were not labeled with the name of Child #4.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 11, 2023
3270.181(c) Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos
“The most recent parental updates for the emergency contact forms and fee agreements in the files for Child #1 and #2 exceeded 6 months between updates.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 11, 2023
3270.31(f)(10) Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR
“The pediatric first aid/CPR certification in the file for Staff Person #1 was conducted more than 90 days after the staff person's start date (See LIS Code Sheet).”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 11, 2023
3270.31(e)(4)(i) Age and Training
“The current pediatric CPR/FA certification in the file for Staff Person #2 was taken after the previous certification had expired.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 11, 2023
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“The one-hour health and safety update in the file for Staff Person #3 was conducted after the prescribed timeframe of 12/30/23. The file for Staff Person #2did not include documentation of the one-hour health and safety update.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 16, 2023
3270.31(e)(4)(ii) Fire safety - 1 yr.
“The most recent fire safety trainings in the file for Staff Person #2 exceeded 12 months between trainings.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 11, 2023
May 31, 2023Complaint investigation2 rules cited
3270.113(c) No ridicule or threaten harm
“Based on conversation with Brightside Regional Manager, it was confirmed that the following incident took place, on May 15, 2023, at 4:11 p.m.; it was observed that a Staff Person #1 was washing Child #1's hands after the child had dug into their soiled diaper. Then while holding Child's # 1 hands under the water, Staff Person #1 flicked Child #1's hand.”
Correction date in the state record: May 26, 2023
3270.113(b) No physical punishment
“Based on conversation with Brightside Regional Manager, it was confirmed that the following incident took place on May 15, 2023, at 4:11 p.m.; it was observed that Staff Person #1 was washing Child #1's hands after the child had dug into their soiled diaper. Then while holding the Child #1 hands under the water, Staff Person #1 flicked Child #1's hand.”
Correction date in the state record: May 26, 2023
Jan 18, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
3270.182(7) Reports of accidents, injuries and illnesses. Original report - parent same day Copy - facility accident file. Copy - child's file
“Based on conversations, it was confirmed that Child #1 received a scratch on the back as a result of a shirt tag that had not been removed. Copies of this incident were not in the child's file or the facility's accident file.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 6, 2023
Nov 9, 2022Inspection1 rule cited
3270.113(a) Supervised at all times
“Originally cited on 8/9/22, On 11/10/22, between 12:45 and 1:15 PM (naptime), identification cards system was not being properly implemented in five of the six rooms where children were in care. In the Young Toddler Room: Staff Person #1 was supervising a group of five young toddlers. Staff Person #1 had cards on her lanyard for only two of the five children in care. The other three cards were located in a desk drawer in the room. In the Infant Room: Staff Person #2 and #3 were supervising a group of five infants. Staff Person #2 had two of the cards on her lanyard. Staff Person #3 had two of the cards on her lanyard. The other card was located with another staff person who was on break outside of the room. In the Older Toddler Room: Staff Person #4 was supervising nine younger/older toddlers who were napping. Staff Person #4 had only four of the cards on her lanyard. Staff Person #5, who was on break and not in the room, had three of the cards on her lanyard. Two of the cards were located in a desk drawer. In the Young Toddler, Infant, and Older Toddler Rooms, Staff also had additional cards on their lanyards for children who were not currently in attendance. Preschool #1: Staff Person #6 was supervising seven preschool children. Staff Person #6 had all seven cards on her lanyard, but also had three additional cards on her lanyard for children who were not currently in attendance.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 28, 2022
Sep 26, 2022Inspection7 rules cited
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“The Out-of-State Clearance Application in the file for Staff Person #1 was dated 8/9/22. The NSOR Application in the file for Staff Person #1 was dated 8/24/22. Each of these were after the staff person's first day in child care. The file for Staff Person #1 does not yet include Our of State Child Abuse Clearance for WV. The required Out-of-State Child Abuse application for Staff Person #2 was dated 9/19/22. The required state sex offender check (Georgia) for Staff Person #2 was dated 9/2/22. Each of these was after the staff persons' first day working in child care. The disclosure statement in the file for Staff Person #3 was not dated.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 26, 2022
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“The ceiling vents and surrounding ceiling tiles in Room #8 and Room #9 were dirty.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 26, 2022
3270.103 Small Toys and Objects
“Observed two broken crayons, which were smaller than 1 inch in diameter, in the Toddler Room. This creates a potential choking hazard for children who are still placing objects in their mouths.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 26, 2022
3270.123(a)(4) Arrival/departure times
“The fee agreement in the file for Child #1did not include the child's departure time.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 26, 2022
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 file for Staff Person #4 exceeded 24 months between assessments.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 26, 2022
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“The emergency plan for the facility did not include requirements for continuity of operations (backing up or retrieving health and other key records/files and managing financial issues such as paying employees and bills during the aftermath of the disaster).”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 28, 2022
3270.131(e)(1)/3270.182(1) Exemption documentation from parent/guardian/Initial and subsequent health reports
“The most recent immunization records in the files for Child #1 and #2 did not contain documentation of a flu shot administered within the past 12 months or a letter of exemption from the parent or physician.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 26, 2022
Jun 6, 2022Visit6 rules cited
3270.113(a) Supervised at all times
“According to staff statements during complaint investigation, it was verified that on 5/25/22 at approximately 4:30PM, Staff Person #1 left Child #1 alone and unsupervised in Classroom 7 (PreK Counts) for approximately 2-3 minutes when staff #1 took 4 preschool children in her group to another classroom. The child was found in the classroom alone and unsupervised sitting on the couch by another staff person.”
3270.113(a) Supervised at all times
“According to staff statements during complaint investigation, it was verified that on 5/25/22 at approximately 4:30PM, Staff Person #1 left Child #1 alone and unsupervised in Classroom 7 (PreK Counts) for approximately 2-3 minutes when staff #1 took 4 preschool children in her group to another classroom. The child was found in the classroom alone and unsupervised sitting on the couch by another staff person.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 9, 2022
3270.51 Similar Age Level
“According to staff statements during complaint investigation, it was verified that on 5/25/22 at approximately 4:30PM, Staff Person #1 left Child #1 alone and unsupervised in Classroom 7 (PreK Counts) for approximately 2-3 minutes when staff #1 took 4 preschool children in her group to another classroom. The child was found in the classroom alone and unsupervised sitting on the couch by another staff person.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 9, 2022
3270.113(a) Supervised at all times
“According to staff statements during complaint investigation, it was verified that on 5/25/22 at approximately 4:30PM, Staff Person #1 left Child #1 alone and unsupervised in Classroom 7 (PreK Counts) for approximately 2-3 minutes when staff #1 took 4 preschool children in her group to another classroom. The child was found in the classroom alone and unsupervised sitting on the couch by another staff person.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 9, 2022
3270.113(a) Supervised at all times
“According to staff statements during complaint investigation, it was verified that on 5/25/22 at approximately 4:30PM, Staff Person #1 left Child #1 alone and unsupervised in Classroom 7 (PreK Counts) for approximately 2-3 minutes when staff #1 took 4 preschool children in her group to another classroom. The child was found in the classroom alone and unsupervised sitting on the couch by another staff person.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 9, 2022
3270.113(a)(1) Staff assigned to specific children
“According to staff statements during complaint investigation, it was verified that on 5/25/22 at approximately 4:30PM, Staff Person #1 left Child #1 alone and unsupervised in Classroom 7 (PreK Counts) for approximately 2-3 minutes when staff #1 took 4 preschool children in her group to another classroom. The child was found in the classroom alone and unsupervised sitting on the couch by another staff person.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 9, 2022
Jan 26, 2022Complaint investigation2 rules cited
3270.51 Similar Age Level
“Based on statements made by staff, on 1/25/22 a preschool child was alone for 3-5 minutes in room 4..”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 10, 2022
3270.113(a) Supervised at all times
“Based on statements made by staff, on 1/25/22 a preschool child was alone for 3-5 minutes in room 4..”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 10, 2022
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Questions about Brightside Academy
Is Brightside Academy licensed?
Yes. Brightside Academy is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
When was Brightside Academy last inspected?
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on September 10, 2026, with 12 rules cited. It lists 10 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Brightside Academy had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 60 rules across 9 of 10 visits in the last 3 years; 60 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 Brightside Academy care for?
100, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve school-age children.
Does Brightside Academy accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Brightside Academy's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:30 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Brightside Academy cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (412) 560-0237 to ask.
What is Brightside Academy's phone number?
(412) 560-0237.
Where is Brightside Academy?
925 Liberty Ave First Floor, Pittsburgh, PA 15222. The nearest other daycare we list is Pittsburgh After School Academy Urban Pathways K-5, 0.1 miles away.