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5001 Baptist Rd, Pittsburgh, PA
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Children Academy International
- licensed capacity
- 42
- open each week
- 7 days
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About Children Academy International
Children Academy International is a child care center in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 42 children, serving school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM; Saturday to Sunday, 9:00 AM to 4:30 PM.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 10 visits in the last 3 years and cited 55 rules across 8 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
- 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 42 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Thursday | 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Friday | 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Saturday | 9:00 AM to 4:30 PM |
| Sunday | 9:00 AM to 4:30 PM |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | School-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 42 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
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State record
Inspection reports for Children Academy International
License
- Status
- Certified by the state and operating
- License type
- Certificate of Compliance
- Capacity
- 42 children
- Ages
- School-age children
- License number
- #CER-00246296
Summary
10 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jul 29, 2026: 14 rules cited
Rules cited on 8 of 10 visits · 55 rules in all · 53 corrected
- Safety and hazards 12
- Records and paperwork 10
- Building, equipment and play areas 9
- Staff training and qualifications 8
- Health, medication and illness 7
- Discipline and child guidance 2
- Background checks 2
- Safe sleep 2
- Supervision and ratios 2
- Other rules 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 29, 2026Inspection14 rules cited
3270.124(b)(4)/3270.182(3) Written consent/Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission
“The emergency contact form for Child #1 and Child #3 did not contain a full signature by the parent for written consent for emergency medical care.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 29, 2026
3270.131(b)(1) Infant: updated health report every 6 months
“The file for Child #2 (YT) contained two health report forms dated 4/11/25 and 4/9/26, more than 6 months apart.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 29, 2026
3270.182(5) Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission
“The emergency contact form for Child #1 and Child #3 did not contain a full signature by the parent for written consent for administration of minor first aid procedures by facility staff.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 29, 2026
3270.183(a) Locked cabinet
“At the time of inspection, the child files were observed in an unlocked cabinet in Room 4.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 30, 2026
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“The facility's emergency plan did not contain a policy regarding continuity of operations, required as of 7/1/22 per Announcement C-22-04.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 17, 2026
3270.27(a)(3) Contact when arises
“The facility's emergency plan lacked a method for the facility persons to contact parents as soon as reasonably possible when an emergency situation arises.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 12, 2026
3270.27(a)(4) Contact when ended
“The facility's emergency plan lacked a method for facility persons to inform parents that the emergency plan has ended and how the facility will provide instruction as to how parents can safely be reunited with their children.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 12, 2026
3270.27(a)(5) Emergency plan
“The facility's emergency plan lacked accommodations for infants and toddlers.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 12, 2026
3270.133(6) Written consent
“A container of Children's Ibuprofen labeled for Child #4 lacked written parental consent for administration. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET)”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 29, 2026
3270.36(b)(5) HS/GED + 2 yrs
“The file for Staff #1 did not contain documentation of 2 years of experience with children.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 17, 2026
3270.34(b)(1) Bachelor's + 1 yr
“The file for Staff #2 did not contain documentation of 1 year of experience with children.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 17, 2026
3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster
“Peeling paint was observed behind the sink in the bathroom connected to Room 3. Broken plaster/drywall was observed behind the door in the front bathroom.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 29, 2026
3270.102(a) Clean and good repair
“Peeling vinyl was observed on a booth seat in Room 4, and not in good repair.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 29, 2026
3270.27(e) Letter to parents
“The facility's emergency plan parent letter lacked accommodations for children with disabilities and children with chronic medical conditions.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 17, 2026
Aug 18, 2025Inspection13 rules cited
3270.124(f)/3270.181(c) Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos
“The file for Child #1, #2, #4 includes a 6-month review signature for the emergency contact form on file dated in June 2024 and January 2025, more than 6 months apart.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 18, 2025
3270.124(b)(6) Insurance coverage information
“The emergency contact form on file for Child #3 does not include the child's health insurance coverage and policy number for the child's health care benefits.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 18, 2025
3270.123(a)(6)/3270.182(2) Admission date/Application, admission, withdrawal dates
“The agreement on file for Child #5 does not include the child's date of admission.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 18, 2025
3270.123(a)(4) Arrival/departure times
“The agreement on file for Child #5 does not include the child's arrival and departure times.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 18, 2025
3270.123(a)(3) Services proceeded
“The two most recent Child Service Reports on file for Child #1 and #2 are dated 5.30.24 and 1.8.25, more than 6 months apart and more than 6 months ago. The two most recent Child Service Reports on file for Child #4 are dated 6.10.24 and 1.9.25, more than 6 months apart.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 18, 2025
3270.123(a)(2) Date fee to be paid
“The agreement on file for Child #5 does not include the date that the fee is due to be paid by the parent/guardian.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 18, 2025
3270.123(a)(1) Amount of fee
“The agreement on file for Child #5 does not include the amount of the fee to be paid by the parent/guardian.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 18, 2025
3270.66(b) Original container
“There was an unlabeled spray bottle containing a liquid in an unlatched cupboard under the sink in Room 3.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 18, 2025
3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible
“The unlatched cupboard under the sink in Room 3 contained a bottle identified as a toxic, which was accessible to children.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 18, 2025
3270.65 Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less
“There was an outlet behind the teacher's desk in Room 3 that was missing an outlet cover and was accessible to children.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 18, 2025
3270.33(a)/3270.192(2)(ii) Each staff person meets quals/Exp, educ., training prior to facility
“The file for Staff person #1, classified as an assistant group supervisor, does not include a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate and 30 credit hours in education or a related human services field; or a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate with 15 credits in education or a related human services field and 1 year of experience with children; or a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate and 2 years experience with children”
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“The file for Staff person #1 includes NSOR clearances dated 2.25.20 and 3.26.25, more than 60 months apart.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 18, 2025
3270.124(b)(2) Physician name, address, phone
“The emergency contact form on file for Child #2 does not include the address for the child's pediatrician/source for medical care.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 18, 2025
Jun 4, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
3270.69(b) 110º F or less
“The hot water in the following sinks exceeded 110° F: Preschool classroom bathroom 114°F; hallway middle bathroom 115°F; hallway by kitchen 114°F.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 4, 2025
3270.192(5) Two written references
“The file for Staff person #1 does not include 2 written non-family references attesting to the staff person's suitability to work in childcare.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 10, 2025
- Mar 6, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Feb 7, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
3270.82(e) Toilet and sinks proper height
“There was no stool or steps at the sink in the Infant/Toddler room for able-bodied children to reach the sink for handwashing.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 7, 2025
3270.106(a) Clean, age appropriate
“The cots in the Infant/Toddler room and in the older toddler/Preschool rooms were not labeled for use by an individual child and there was not a chart indicating which numbered cot is for which child.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 7, 2025
- Jan 13, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Dec 6, 2024Inspection4 rules cited
3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster
“Peeling paint was present on the wall next to the teacher's desk in the Preschool room and was accessible to children in care.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 6, 2024
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“The fire alarm 30-day test log includes test dates 11.1.24-12.2.24, more than 30 days apart.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 6, 2024
3270.103 Small Toys and Objects
“There were several items in sensory bins, including bottle caps, bottle corks, and tangram blocks that were smaller than 1 inch in diameter, in the preschool room which included children aged 2-years old who may still be placing objects in their mouths.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 6, 2024
3270.25(b) Post the inspection summary
“During the unannounced inspection, it was observed that SIN-00255661, dated 11.15.24, which was not finalized, was not posted in the facility in a conspicuous location used by parents”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 6, 2024
Nov 15, 2024Inspection3 rules cited
3270.103 Small Toys and Objects
“The CR observed a young toddler being served lunch on a Styrofoam plate; Styrofoam may not be accessible to children still placing objects in their mouths.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 15, 2024
3270.106(f) 2 feet apart
“The CR observed an infant sleeping in a crib that did not have 2 feet of space n 3 ides of the crib.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 15, 2024
3270.166(1) Written statement
“A 2-month-old infant was observed receiving care without having a written feeding plan submitted by the parent.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 15, 2024
Oct 21, 2024Inspection4 rules cited
3270.21 General Health and Safety
“There were prickly plants, with thorns in the play space, on the ground, and accessible to children.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 22, 2024
3270.113(a)(1) Staff assigned to specific children
“During an unannounced inspection, a child was observed going to the bathroom across the hall from Room #2 while Staff person #1 remained in the classroom with the remaining children, supervising the child in the bathroom from the doorway of the classroom. Staff person #1 was not physically present with the child in the bathroom.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 21, 2024
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“There were edges and corners of the sections of artificial turf on the outside play space that were not flat or flush with the ground, causing a tripping hazard.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 22, 2024
3270.65 Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less
“There was an outlet in Room #1, next to the shelving unit on the wall opposite the doorway, that did not have an outlet cover inserted.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 21, 2024
May 21, 2024Inspection13 rules cited
3270.131(b)(2)/3270.182(1) Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months/Initial and subsequent health reports
“The file for child #4 did not contain a current health report. The most recent health report on file is dated over 12 months ago.”
Correction date in the state record: May 22, 2024
3270.123(a)(3) Services proceeded
“The file for child #1 contained consecutive child service reports dated and signed by the parent more than 6 months apart. A current report is now on file.”
Correction date in the state record: May 21, 2024
3270.102(a) Clean and good repair
“A white plastic laundry basket with broken sections was observed in room 3.”
Correction date in the state record: May 21, 2024
3270.102(a)/3270.103 Clean and good repair/Small Toys and Objects
“Holes which exposed the inner foam filling were observed on the changing pad in room 2.”
Correction date in the state record: May 21, 2024
3270.82(h) Handwashing signs
“Handwashing signs were not posted at all toilets in the pink and blue restrooms.”
Correction date in the state record: May 21, 2024
3270.27(a)(6) Emergency plan
“The last documented emergency drill occurred 8/05/22.”
3270.34(a)(6) Staff evaluations
“Staff evaluations on file for staff #2, staff #4, and staff #5 were documented with incomplete dates, therefore compliance could not be determined. The evaluations were dated only as "2023".”
Correction date in the state record: May 21, 2024
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“The file for staff #1 contained an expired child abuse clearance dated 7/08/18 and contained a state police clearance which was not updated within 60 months as required. The previous state police clearance was dated 6/26/18 and was renewed on 9/27/23. The file for facility person #3, whose start date was over 45 days ago (SEE LIS CODE SHEET) did not contain the results of the NSOR clearance. An application for the clearance was on file dated 3/15/24. The file for staff #4 contained an expired state police clearance dated 10/29/18.”
Correction date in the state record: May 30, 2024
3270.31(e)(4)(ii)/3270.192(2)(iii) Fire safety - 1 yr./Exp, educ., training at facility
“The file for staff #4 contained consecutive fire safety trainings dated more than 12 months apart; 3/21/23 and 5/06/24. The file for staff #5 contained consecutive fire safety trainings dated more than 12 months apart; 4/21/23 and 5/06/24.”
Correction date in the state record: May 21, 2024
20.71(a)(7) Fraud or deceit in obtaining or attempting to obtain a certificate of compliance
“The file for staff #1 contained a child abuse clearance result bearing Certification ID: 0TQWX3ED2P and verification date 7/8/2023, was altered, specifically the verification date. The Clearance Verification Unit confirmed the clearance in staff #1's file, bearing Certification ID: 0TQWX3ED2P was submitted 9/27/2023 and was processed/finalized 9/28/2023.The correct verification date for the result should reflect 9/28/2023.”
Correction date in the state record: May 29, 2024
3270.27(e) Letter to parents
“The facility's letter for parents explaining the emergency procedures did not include details regarding accommodations that will be made for infants and toddlers.”
Correction date in the state record: May 21, 2024
3270.192(5) Two written references
“The file for facility person #3 did not contain written references.”
Correction date in the state record: May 30, 2024
3270.182(5) Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission
“The emergency contact form for child #2 did not include signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff.”
Correction date in the state record: May 21, 2024
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May 25, 2023Inspection11 rules cited
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“Sharp exposed screws were observed on the left end of wooden strip in the hall used to mount coat hooks.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 9, 2023
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“The file for staff #1 contained an FBI clearance which was not updated within 60 months. The clearance was previously obtained on 4/26/17 and was updated 5/03/22. Additionally, the current FBI clearance was not on file at the facility until 5/11/23. The file for staff #2 did not contain the previous child abuse clearance which documents indicated was completed on 4/30/18. A current child abuse clearance dated 4/18/23 was on file.”
Correction date in the state record: May 31, 2023
3270.31(e)(4)(ii)/3270.192(2)(iii) Fire safety - 1 yr./Exp, educ., training at facility
“The files for staff #1 and staff #4 did not contain documentation of current fire safety training. The last approved fire safety training on file occurred on 4/26/22 for staff #1 and 4/25/22 for staff #4.”
Correction date in the state record: May 31, 2023
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“Staff #1 and #2 did not complete the required 1 hour training titled Pennsylvania Health and Safety Update 2022 by 12/30/22 as required by Announcement C-22-06. Staff #1 completed the training on 4/28/23. Staff #2 completed the training on 4/26/23.”
Correction date in the state record: May 31, 2023
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“Based on documentation of the 30 day tests of the fire alarm system, 4 sets of consecutive tests done since 6/21/22 were conducted more than 30 days apart. The tests were dated as follows; 6/21/22 and 7/29/22 (38 days), 8/12/22 and 9/29/22 (48 days), 2/10/23 and 3/24/23 (42 days), 4/05/23 and 5/25/23 (50 days).”
Correction date in the state record: May 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, a young toddler, contained consecutive health reports conducted more than 6 months apart. The most recent health report on file is now current.”
Correction date in the state record: May 31, 2023
3270.123(a)(3) Services proceeded
“The file for child #1 contained child service reports which were not updated by 10/31/22 as required by Announcement C-21-09. The reports on file were dated 4/29/22 and 2/06/23. The most recent report on file is now current.”
Correction date in the state record: May 31, 2023
3270.103 Small Toys and Objects
“One accessible plastic grocery bag was observed in the outdoor play space. Two accessible plastic grocery bags were observed in the rear preschool room. Children access the outdoor play space by walking through the rear preschool room.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 15, 2023
3270.31(e)/3270.192(2)(iii) Age and Training/Exp, educ., training at facility
“The file for staff #4 contained 8.5 hours of annual training completed between 12/19/21 and 12/19/22. An additional 3.5 hours were completed after 12/19/22. The training hours on file for staff #4 are now current.”
Correction date in the state record: May 31, 2023
3270.102(a)/3270.103 Clean and good repair/Small Toys and Objects
“Tears which left the inner foam filling accessible were observed on a crib mattress and the changing pad in the infant room.”
Correction date in the state record: May 31, 2023
3270.82(h) Handwashing signs
“Three toilets lacked posted hand washing signs.”
Correction date in the state record: May 31, 2023
May 11, 2022Inspection9 rules cited
3270.133(3) Name on bottle
“Orajel and hydrocortisone, which were not labeled for a specific child, were observed in room 1.”
Correction date in the state record: May 11, 2022
3270.102(a)/3270.103 Clean and good repair/Small Toys and Objects
“The plastic cover of a crib mattress in room 4 was cracked and split which left the inner foam filling accessible.”
Correction date in the state record: May 11, 2022
3270.124(f)/3270.181(c) Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos
“The files for children #1, #2, and #3 contained emergency contact information and agreements which were not reviewed on or before 1/06/22, the date of reinstatement for the regulation after being suspended due to covid-19. All three files were reviewed on 5/03/2 and are now current.”
Correction date in the state record: May 11, 2022
3270.133(6) Written consent
“Orajel and hydrocortisone, which lacked written parental consent for administration, were observed in room 1.”
Correction date in the state record: May 11, 2022
3270.65 Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less
“An electrical outlet in room 3, accessible to children 5 yeas of age or younger, lacked a protective cover. The outlet was located near the computer desk.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 11, 2022
3270.102(a) Clean and good repair
“A broken plastic bowl was observed in the outdoor play space.”
Correction date in the state record: May 11, 2022
3270.131(e)(1) Exemption documentation from parent/guardian
“The files for children #1 and #2 contained immunization records which did not include documentation of receiving the influenza vaccine in accordance with the schedule recommended by the ACIP. Written exemptions were not on file.”
Correction date in the state record: May 17, 2022
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“The rear exit door of room 2 was not securely attached to the hinges creating pinch points.”
Correction date in the state record: May 11, 2022
3270.31(e)/3270.192(2)(iii) Age and Training/Exp, educ., training at facility
“The files for staff #1-#4 contained documentation of training completed after the due date of 12/19/21. The training hours for all four staff members are now complete and up to date.”
Correction date in the state record: May 11, 2022
- Mar 2, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about Children Academy International
Is Children Academy International licensed?
Yes. Children Academy International is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
When was Children Academy International last inspected?
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on July 29, 2026, with 14 rules cited. It lists 10 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Children Academy International had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 55 rules across 8 of 10 visits in the last 3 years; 53 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 Children Academy International care for?
42, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve school-age children.
Does Children Academy International accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Children Academy International's hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM; Saturday to Sunday, 9:00 AM to 4:30 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Children Academy International cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (412) 961-4009 to ask.
What is Children Academy International's phone number?
(412) 961-4009.
Where is Children Academy International?
4058 Saw Mill Run Blvd, Pittsburgh, PA 15227. The nearest other daycare we list is Munchkin University Childcare Center South, 0.4 miles away.