Hilltop Community Childrens Center
201 Orchard Pl, Pittsburgh, PA
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Claras Community Childcare
- licensed capacity
- 46
- open each week
- 7 days
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About Claras Community Childcare
Claras Community Childcare is a child care center in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 46 children, serving school-age children.
It is open every day, 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 3 visits in the last 3 years and cited 58 rules across 3 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
School-ageAccepts child care subsidyOpen every day
Ages served: school-age children
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- School-age children
- Hours today
- 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 46 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| SundayToday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 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 | 46 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
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State record
Inspection reports for Claras Community Childcare
License
- Status
- Certified by the state and operating
- License type
- Certificate of Compliance
- Capacity
- 46 children
- Ages
- School-age children
- License number
- #CER-00244960
Summary
3 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Aug 12, 2026: 21 rules cited
Rules cited on 3 of 3 visits · 58 rules in all · 58 corrected
- Records and paperwork 13
- Health, medication and illness 12
- Safety and hazards 10
- Building, equipment and play areas 9
- Staff training and qualifications 5
- Background checks 4
- Supervision and ratios 3
- Discipline and child guidance 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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Aug 12, 2026Inspection21 rules cited
3270.131(a)/3270.182(1) Health information/Initial and subsequent health reports
“The initial health report on file for Child #1 is dated 3/5/26, more than 60 days after the child's start date.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 12, 2026
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“The facility's fire detection log documented dates 10/10/25-11/10/25, 1/9/26-2/9/26, 4/7/26-5/8/26, and 5/8/26-6/8/26, more than 30 days apart.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 12, 2026
3270.182(5) Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission
“The emergency contact form for Child #2, Child #3, and Child #4 lacked the parent's signature giving the facility written consent for administration of minor first aid.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 14, 2026
3270.181(c) Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos
“The file for Child #4 contained an agreement form that was not updated within 6 months of the previous update.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 12, 2026
3270.151(b) Conducted by physician, PA or CRNP
“The file for Staff #4 contained a health assessment dated 10/2/25, which lacked the individual's professional title who conducted the health assessment.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 30, 2026
3270.151(a) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter
“The file for Staff #3 contained a health assessment dated 2/12/26, after the date of hire. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET)”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 12, 2026
3270.124(f)/3270.181(c) Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos
“The file for Child #4 contained an emergency contact form that was not updated within 6 months of the previous update.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 12, 2026
3270.124(c) Each child care space
“At the time of inspection, Child #2 was receiving care in Room 1 without their emergency contact information being in the space where they were receiving care.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 16, 2026
3270.124(b)(4)/3270.182(3) Written consent/Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission
“The emergency contact form for Child #2, Child #3, and Child #4 lacked the parent's signature giving the facility written consent to obtain emergency medical care.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 12, 2026
3270.124(b)(2) Physician name, address, phone
“The emergency contact form for Child #2 lacked the name of the child's physician.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 12, 2026
3270.103 Small Toys and Objects
“In Room 1, two computer chairs were observed to contain peeling vinyl and exposed foam, and accessible to children who are still placing objects in their mouths.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 12, 2026
3270.102(a) Clean and good repair
“In Room 4, an orange cracked bin was observed to contain sharp/rough edges and could be hazardous to children.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 12, 2026
3270.92(a) No portable space heaters
“At the time of inspection, a portable space heater was observed under the desk in the office space.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 12, 2026
3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster
“In the downstairs bathroom, peeling drywall was observed along the side of the paper towel dispenser and broken drywall was observed near the changing table. In Room 1, broken plaster was observed near the stairwell doorway.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 22, 2026
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“In Room 3, a hole in the wall/ceiling area was observed, and not in good repair.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 12, 2026
3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible
“In Room 1, a Lysol spray bottle. labeled keep out of the reach of children, was observed on the top of the cubbies and accessible to children. In the hallway leading to the upstairs classrooms, a bucket of joint compound, labeled keep out of the reach of children, was observed on the floor and accessible to children. In the stairwell leading to the upstairs classrooms, a bottle of OFF! bug spray, labeled keep out of the reach of children, was observed sitting on a window ledge and accessible to children. In the kitchen space upstairs, hand sanitizer, Lysol spray, and Clorox Wipes were observed on the counter and accessible to children.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 12, 2026
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“The most recent mandated reporter training on file for Staff #2 is dated 11/8/20, more than 60 months prior to the date of inspection. Staff #3 -- did not complete the mandated reporter training within 90 days of their date of hire. The file for Staff #3 and Staff #4 contained a disclosure statement dated 2/9/26, after the date of hire. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET)”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 16, 2026
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“The two most recent State Police clearances on file for Staff #1 are dated 10/1/20 and 10/27/25, more than 60 months apart. The two most recent Child Abuse clearances on file for Staff #1 are dated 10/6/20 and 10/28/25, more than 60 months apart. The two most recent FBI Fingerprint clearances on file for Staff #1 are dated 9/21/20 and 2/11/26, more than 60 months apart. The file for Staff #3 contained a State Police clearance dated 7/16/26 and the NSOR clearance dated 2/10/26, more than 45 days after the date of hire. The file for Staff #4 contained a State Police clearance dated 2/9/26, more than 45 days after the date of hire. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET)”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 12, 2026
3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training
“Staff #3--- has an acceptable PQAS- certified instructor; however, the curriculum is not Pediatric First Aid/CPR. Staff #3 did not complete the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their hire date: PA Required Health and Safety for Centers-Group Child Care Part 1 & Part 2. The trainings were completed on 2/6/26. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET)”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 30, 2026
3270.21 General Health and Safety
“In Room 3, the furnace area was observed to lack a door, and exposed wires from the furnace were accessible to children, which could cause injury.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 22, 2026
3270.131(b)(2) Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months
“The most recent health report on file for Child #3 is dated 12/17/24, more than 12 months prior to the date of inspection. The most recent health report on file for Child #4 is dated 11/12/24, more than 12 months prior to the date of inspection.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 14, 2026
Aug 12, 2025Inspection27 rules cited
3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible
“In Room 1, a container of Vaseline, labeled "keep out of the reach of children," was observed in an unlocked drawer and accessible to children. In Room 1, a container of Clorox wipes, labeled "keep out of the reach of children," was observed in an unlocked cabinet and accessible to children.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 2, 2025
3270.65 Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less
“In Room 4 next to the wall vent, an electrical outlet was observed to lack an outlet cover.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 2, 2025
3270.31(e)(4)(i) Age and Training
“The two most recent Pediatric First Aid/CPR trainings on file for Staff #1 are dated 9/9/22 and 2/8/25, exceeding the expiration date. The two most recent Pediatric First Aid/CPR trainings on file for Staff #2 and Staff #4 are dated 9/1/22 and 2/8/25, exceeding the expiration date. The two most recent Pediatric First Aid/CPR trainings on file for Staff #3 are dated 9/1/22 and 3/1/25, exceeding the expiration date.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 2, 2025
3270.31(e)(4)(ii) Fire safety - 1 yr.
“The two most recent fire safety trainings on file for Staff #3 are dated 1/1/24 and 8/7/25, more than 12 months apart.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 2, 2025
3270.123(a)(1) Amount of fee
“The agreement form for Child #3 lacked the fee amount.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 2, 2025
3270.123(a)(3) Services proceeded
“The two most recent child service report forms on file for Child #5 are dated 4/5/24 and 7/30/25, more than 6 months apart.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 2, 2025
3270.123(a)(6)/3270.182(2) Admission date/Application, admission, withdrawal dates
“The agreement form for Child #4 lacked the date of the child's admission.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 2, 2025
3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL
“The most recent NSOR clearance on file for Staff #3 is dated 11/6/19, more than 60 months prior.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 2, 2025
3270.34(a)(6) Staff evaluations
“The two most recent staff evaluations on file for Staff #3 are dated 8/2/23 and 8/8/25, more than 12 months apart.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 2, 2025
3270.51 Similar Age Level
“On 8/12/25 at approximately 9:35am, Staff #1 was observed caring for 12 preschool-aged children. The ratio is 1 staff to 10 preschoolers.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 12, 2025
3270.61(e) Halls, etc. not included
“At the time of inspection, a stove was observed in the kitchen area of Room 1, which is measured as childcare space.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 30, 2025
3270.123(b)/3270.182(8) Parent receives original/Copy of initial and subsequent agreements. Parent receives original.
“The file for Child #1 - Child #5 contained the original agreement form, not a copy.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 19, 2025
3270.124(b)(2) Physician name, address, phone
“The emergency contact form for Child #1 lacked the phone number for the child's physician.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 19, 2025
3270.124(b)(3) Parent home/work address, phone
“The emergency contact form for Child #2 and Child #5 lacked the enrolling parent's work address.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 19, 2025
3270.103 Small Toys and Objects
“In Room 1, an opened box of Powerflex garbage bags were observed on a low shelf and accessible to children who are still placing objects in their mouths.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 12, 2025
3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster
“In Room 1, black peeling paint was observed on the half walls. In the back hallway of Room 1, peeling paint was observed under the coat hooks. In Room 1, damaged drywall was observed under the bulletin board. In the bathroom, peeling paint/plaster was observed behind the sink. In the stairwell, peeling paint/plaster observed on the left side wall.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 2, 2025
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“In Room 1 ripped carpet was observed near the bathroom and in the middle space of the classroom.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 2, 2025
3270.27(e) Letter to parents
“The facility lacked a letter to parents explaining the facility's emergency procedures.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 19, 2025
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 lacked written parental consent for emergency medical care.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 19, 2025
3270.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person
“The emergency contact form for Child #1 lacked a complete address for the child's release persons.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 19, 2025
3270.124(f)/3270.181(c) Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos
“The file for Child #2, Child #4, and Child #5 contained an emergency contact form that was not updated within 6 months of the previous update.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 2, 2025
3270.131(d)(7) Free from contagious/communicable disease
“The health report form on file for Child #2 does not indicate if the child is able to participate in childcare and is free from communicable disease.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 30, 2025
3270.31(e) Age and Training
“The file for Staff #3 contained 2 out of 12 clock hours of childcare training within the timeframe of August 2023-August 2024.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 30, 2025
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“Based on a conversation with the director, the facility is not testing the fire alarm system every 30 days and maintaining a log of the test dates, as required with the 12/19/20 Chapter 3270 regulation updates. The facility schedules annual fire system inspections, even though they are able and required to manually test the alarm every 30 days.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 12, 2025
3270.182(5) Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission
“The emergency contact form for Child #1 and Child #3 lacked written parental consent for administration of minor first aid procedures.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 19, 2025
3270.181(c) Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos
“The file for Child #2, Child #4, and Child #5 contained an agreement form that was not updated within 6 months of the previous update.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 2, 2025
3270.151(a) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter
“The two most recent staff health assessments on file for Staff #3 are dated 9/9/22 and 2/25/25, more than 24 months apart.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 2, 2025
Aug 5, 2024Inspection10 rules cited
3270.82(h) Handwashing signs
“In Room 1, the bathroom lacked handwashing signs above the toilet”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 3, 2024
3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster
“In Room 1, flaking plaster was observed under the window near the upstairs door and peeling paint was observed on the wall under the bulletin board. In the bathroom located in Room 1, damaged plaster was observed behind the door.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 3, 2024
3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible
“In Room 1, a bucket of calcium chloride pellets, labeled "Keep Out of the Reach of Children" was accessible by the front door.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 13, 2024
3270.34(a)(6) Staff evaluations
“The file for Staff Person #1 did not contain an annual staff evaluation.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 3, 2024
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“The file for Staff Person #2 contained a Pennsylvania State Police Clearance that did not contain a dissemination date.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 3, 2024
3270.124(f)/3270.181(c) Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos
“The file for Child #1, Child #2, Child #3, Child #4, and Child #5 contained an emergency contact form that was not updated within 6 months of the previous update. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET)”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 19, 2024
3270.131(b)(2)/3270.182(1) Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months/Initial and subsequent health reports
“The two most recent health assessments on file for Child #4 (preschool-aged) are dated 7/23/23 and 8/1/24, more than 12 months apart. The most recent health assessment on file for Child #5 (preschool-aged) is dated 7/11/23, exceeding the 12-month update. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET)”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 3, 2024
3270.165 Menus
“The facility lacked a menu.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 3, 2024
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“The facility's documentation of the two most recent annual fire alarm tests were dated 8/22/22 and 10/26/23, exceeding the 12-month update. Per Chapter 3270 Act 62 regulation updates on May 24, 2021, the fire detection device or system must be tested annually by a fire safety professional.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 13, 2024
3270.124(b)(3) Parent home/work address, phone
“The emergency contact form for Child #3 lacked the enrolling parent's work address and lacked the enrolling parent's complete home address.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 3, 2024
Aug 8, 2023Inspection24 rules cited
3270.124(f)/3270.181(c) Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos
“The emergency contact information and financial agreement for child #3 have not been reviewed and signed by the parent since 1/21/22. The emergency contact information and financial agreements for children #2 and #4 were reviewed and signed by the parents more than 6 months apart, but are now current.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 30, 2023
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“The files for staff #1, #2, and #4 did not include documentation of completing the 1 hour training titled Pennsylvania Health and Safety Update 2022 as required by Announcement C-22-06.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 30, 2023
3270.31(e)(4)(i)/3270.192(2)(iii) Age and Training/Exp, educ., training at facility
“The file for staff #3 did not contain documentation of current pediatric CPR and first aid certification. The certification expired 6/11/23.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 30, 2022
3270.124(b)(4)/3270.182(3) Written consent/Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission
“The emergency contact information for child #1 did not include written consent signed by a parent for emergency medical care.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 30, 2023
3270.31(f)/3270.192(2)(iii) Health and Safety Training/Exp, educ., training at facility
“Staff #3 did not complete training in health and safety topics 1-9 within 90 days of hire.. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET). The training was dated 7/24/23.”
3270.131(b)(2)/3270.182(1) Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months/Initial and subsequent health reports
“The file for child #2 contained consecutive health reports dated more than 12 months apart. The most recent health report on file is now current.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 30, 2023
3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(3) Immunization record/Dismissal policy
“The file for child #2 contained an immunization record which lacked documentation of ongoing vaccinations including missing doses for DTAP, Polio, and influenza.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 30, 2023
3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible
“Two tubes of DAP latex caulk were observed to be accessible to children. One tube was observed on the floor at the top of the stairs and the other was observed on a low window sill also at the top of the stairs.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 30, 2023
3270.72(b) Screened
“A window at the top of the stairs was open for ventilation, but was not screened.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 30, 2023
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“One protruding nail head was observed on a metal piece of carpet trim between the two sections of room 4.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 30, 2023
3270.133(3)/3270.133(6) Name on bottle/Written consent
“The first aid kit in room 3 contained 2 packets of Tylenol which were not labeled for use by a specific child and lacked written parental consent for administration.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 30, 2023
3270.82(i) Lidded waste receptacles
“The restroom on the second level and the sink in the kitchen lacked lidded waste receptacles.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 30, 2023
3270.91(a) Stairs, exits, etc. unobstructed
“The side exit from room 1 was partially blocked by a small wooden shelf. The 2nd floor fire exit was blocked by a large full garbage bag containing soft items for storage and a chair with a second partially full garbage bag sitting on the seat of the chair.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 30, 2023
3270.102(a) Clean and good repair
“Five protruding screw heads were observed on 2 pieces of play equipment in room 4. Based on statements made by staff, the play kitchen pieces were not yet fully assembled.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 30, 2023
3270.123(a)(3) Services proceeded
“The files for children #2, #3 and #4 contained child service reports that were not completed every 6 months. The reports were dated as follows; child #2, enrolled since 12/21/21 had only 1 report dated 5/31/23, reports for child #3 were dated 3/3/22 and 5/11/23, reports for child #4 were dated 3/2/22 and 5/17/23. The files for all 3 children now contain current reports .”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 30, 2023
3270.31(e)/3270.192(2)(iii) Age and Training/Exp, educ., training at facility
“The file for staff #2 contained documentation of 5 hours of annual training completed on time between 12/19/21 and 12/19/22. Five additional hours were completed late. Staff #2 must still complete 2 more hours of training. The file for staff #4 contained documentation of completing 7 hours of annual training on time between 12/19/21 and 12/19/22. Four additional hours were completed late. Staff #4 must still complete 1 more hour of annual training.”
3270.182(5) Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission
“The emergency contact information for child #1 did not contain signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 30, 2023
3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test
“The file for staff #3 contained a health assessment dated after their first day in a child care position.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 30, 2023
3270.151(c)(2)/3270.192(3) Mantoux TB/Health assessment, TB test
“The file for staff #3 contained an initial TB screening dated more than 12 months prior to their first day in a child care position.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 30, 2023
3270.32(a)/3270.192(2)(iii) Comply with CPSL/Exp, educ., training at facility
“The file for staff #1 contained three expired clearances. The clearances were dated as follows; state police 11/21/17, child abuse 11/20/17, and FBI 5/30/18.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 30, 2023
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“The file for staff #1 contained mandated reporter training which was not updated with 60 months. The trainings on file were dated 6/21/17 and 7/20/23. The training on file is now current.”
3270.33(a)/3270.192(2)(ii) Each staff person meets quals/Exp, educ., training prior to facility
“The file for staff #3, designated as a group supervisor on the staff data sheet, lacked documentation of the qualifications required for the position.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 30, 2023
3270.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person
“The emergency contact information for child #5 lacked the addresses for one of the individuals designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 30, 2023
3270.123(a)(6)/3270.182(2) Admission date/Application, admission, withdrawal dates
“The agreement for child #1 did not specify the date of the child's admission.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 30, 2023
Aug 25, 2022Inspection25 rules cited
3270.75(a) In child care spaces
“Rooms 4 and 5 lacked first aid kits.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 31, 2022
3270.72(d) Above ground window opening restricted to 6"
“Second story windows in rooms 2 and 3 were not constructed, modified or adapted to limit the opening to 6 or fewer inches.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 30, 2022
3270.71 Heat Source
“Three fixed space heaters on the second floor registered 140°. The heaters are recessed into the walls along the baseboard of rooms 3 and 4 and are accessible to children.”
3270.37(b)(1)/3270.192(2)(ii) HS/GED/Exp, educ., training prior to facility
“The file for staff #5, designated as an aide, did not contain a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate.”
3270.34(b)/3270.192(2)(ii) Director qualifications/Exp, educ., training prior to facility
“The file for staff #1, designated as the director, did not contain qualifications required for the position.”
3270.33(b) No more than 50% aides
“Based on documentation on file on the day of the inspection, 3 of the 5 staff currently employed qualify as aides.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 30, 2022
3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL
“Staff person #4 did not complete mandated reporter training within 60 months of the previous certificate date.. This is evidenced by the previously documented mandated reporter training on file being dated 1/06/17 and the subsequent training on file being dated 5/03/22.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 6, 2022
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“The file for staff #5 contained an FBI clearance and an NSOR certificate obtained after their first day in a child care position (See LIS Code Sheet). The FBI clearance was dated 8/25/2. The NSOR certificate was dated 4/12/22.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 6, 2022
3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training
“Staff persons #3 and #5 have not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Pediatric First Aid and CPR. Staff persons #3 and #5 did not complete the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): health and safety training topics 1-9. Staff #3 completed the training on 6/26/22. Staff #5 completed the training on 5/24/22.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 13, 2022
3270.27(c)/3270.192(2)(iii) Training regarding plan/Exp, educ., training at facility
“The file for staff #4 lacked documentation of participating in emergency plan training within the last 12 months. The last documented training occurred 5/24/21.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 2, 2022
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“The facility's emergency plan lacked details related to continuity of operations.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 31, 2022
3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test
“The file for staff #2 did not contain a health assessment. The file for staff #4 did not contain the previous health assessment, therefore compliance could not be determined. The most recent health assessment on file for staff #4 is now current.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 31, 2022
3270.27(a)(6) Emergency plan
“The facility has not conducted an emergency drill.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 19, 2022
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“The facility did not provide documentation of 30 day tests of the fire alarm system and did not provide an acceptable 3rd party inspection report.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 31, 2022
3270.31(e)/3270.192(2)(iii) Age and Training/Exp, educ., training at facility
“The files for staff #1 and #4 contained documentation of completing 2 of the required 12 hours of annual training after the deadline of 12/19/21.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 31, 2022
3270.133(5) Original label
“An expired Epi Pen intended for use with child #5 was observed at the facility. The medication expired December 2021.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 31, 2022
3270.131(e)(1) Exemption documentation from parent/guardian
“The files for children #1, #2, and #3 contained immunization records which lacked 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: Oct 31, 2022
3270.131(b)(2)/3270.182(1) Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months/Initial and subsequent health reports
“The file for child #3, an older toddler, did not contain a health report completed within the last 12 months.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 31, 2022
3270.124(f)/3270.181(c) Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos
“The file for child #4 contained emergency contact information and a financial agreement which have not been reviewed by parents in the past 6 months. The last documented review occurred 6/18/21.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 31, 2022
3270.124(e) Written emergency plan posted
“Rooms 2 and 3 lacked a posted written plan identifying the means of transporting a child to emergency care.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 31, 2022
3270.111(a)/3270.111(b) Written plan/Posted in group space
“Rooms 2, 3, 4, and 5 lacked written plans of daily activities and routines.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 31, 2022
3270.104(a) Clean, good repair, proper size
“A rusted metal chair was observed in room 3.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 31, 2022
3270.92(c) Fixed space heater protective guards
“Three fixed space heaters on the second floor were not insulated or equipped with protective guards.”
3270.92(b) Fixed space heater approved
“The facility lacked written approval for the installation and use of 3 fixed space heaters by a local fire safety professional.”
3270.82(h) Handwashing signs
“Handwashing signs were not posted at the sinks on the second level in the restroom and kitchen.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 31, 2022
Nov 30, 2021Visit1 rule cited
3280.136(d) Communicate report to DOH
“Facility failed to promptly notify OCDEL of a positive COVID exposure and test result that occurred on 11/27/21; OCDEL did not receive notification of the positive COVID exposure and test result until Tuesday, 11/30/21 which was more than 24 hours.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 31, 2021
Nov 8, 2021Inspection12 rules cited
3280.34(b)(5)/3280.192(2)(ii) HS/GED + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility
“The staff file for Staff person #1, who is a Primary Staff person, lacked documentation of two years experience working with children.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 31, 2021
3280.123(a)(1) Amount of fee
“The child file for Child #4 contained a financial agreement form that lacked the fee amount.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 31, 2021
3280.123(a)(3) Services proceeded
“The child file for Child #1, Child #2, Child #4 and Child #5 contained a financial agreement form that lacked services to be provided to the family and the child.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 31, 2021
3280.123(a)(4) Arrival/departure times
“The child file for Child #2 contained a financial agreement form that lacked the child's arrival and departure time.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 31, 2021
3280.123(a)(6) Admission date
“The child file for Child #2 contained a financial agreement form that lacked the child's admission date.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 31, 2021
3280.24(a) Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations
“The facility lacked a means to provide parents of enrolled children a way to access the regulations in this chapter electronically.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 31, 2021
3280.94(a)(1) Every 60 days
“Upon review of the facility's fire drill log it was observed that there was more than 60 days between each of the following fire drills: 11/6/20 to 1/13/20, 1/13/20 to 3/17/21, 4/2/21 to 6/7/21, and 8/3/21 to 10/3/21.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 31, 2021
3280.26(a)(5) Emergency plan
“The facility's emergency plan lacked accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities and children with chronic medical conditions.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 31, 2021
3280.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person
“The child file for Child #2 contained an emergency contact information form lacked addresses for two of the individuals listed as the designated release person.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 31, 2021
3280.166(4) Bottles labeled
“A bottle, which is used by an infant, was observed not to be labeled with the child's name.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 9, 2021
3280.133(6) Written consent
“The child file for Child #5, who has an Epi-Pen on site, lacked signed parental consent to administer the medication.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 31, 2021
3280.131(e)(1) Exemption documentation from parent/guardian
“The child file for Child #1 and Child #3 lacked a flu shot for 2020.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 31, 2021
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FAQ
Questions about Claras Community Childcare
Is Claras Community Childcare licensed?
Yes. Claras Community Childcare is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
When was Claras Community Childcare last inspected?
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on August 12, 2026, with 21 rules cited. It lists 3 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Claras Community Childcare had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 58 rules across 3 of 3 visits in the last 3 years; 58 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 Claras Community Childcare care for?
46, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve school-age children.
Does Claras Community Childcare accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Claras Community Childcare's hours?
Every day, 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Claras Community Childcare cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (412) 488-8703 to ask.
What is Claras Community Childcare's phone number?
(412) 488-8703.
Where is Claras Community Childcare?
756 Brownsville Rd, Pittsburgh, PA 15210. The nearest other daycare we list is Mommy's Imagination Station, 0.3 miles away.