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Eastminster Child Care
- licensed capacity
- 60
- open each week
- 5 days
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About
About Eastminster Child Care
Eastminster Child Care is a child care center in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 60 children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. It describes a Faith-based and Play-based approach, with full-time care, head start, infant care and preschool.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 7 visits in the last 3 years and cited 34 rules across 7 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsFaith-basedAccepts child care subsidyNAEYC accredited
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Infants through preschool age children
- Hours today
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 60 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants through preschool age children |
|---|---|
| Programs | Full-time care, head start, infant care, preschool and toddler care |
| Approach | Faith-based (Christian), Play-based |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Accreditation | NAEYC accredited, Other accreditation (Keystone Stars 4) |
| Licensed capacity | 60 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Eastminster Child Care has not listed its tuition.
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State record
Inspection reports for Eastminster Child Care
License
- Status
- Certified by the state and operating
- License type
- Certificate of Compliance
- Capacity
- 60 children
- License number
- #CER-00249585
Summary
7 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit May 22, 2026: 2 rules cited
Rules cited on 7 of 7 visits · 34 rules in all · 34 corrected
- Records and paperwork 9
- Safety and hazards 8
- Health, medication and illness 8
- Supervision and ratios 2
- Staff training and qualifications 2
- Background checks 2
- Building, equipment and play areas 2
- Discipline and child guidance 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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May 22, 2026Complaint investigation2 rules cited
3270.113(a)(1) Staff assigned to specific children
“On 5/22/26 during footage reviewed staff #1 was observed leaving 1 OT unsupervised on one side of the room, and further into the footage staff #1 was observed aging leaving a group of 6 OT unsupervised on the other side of the room.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 18, 2026
3270.113(b) No physical punishment
“On 5/22/26 based on a review of video footage, staff #1 was observed in appropriately pulling, grabbing and pushing different children in care. Staff #1 pulled a child from under the table and sat the child down roughly on the chair. Staff #1 was also observed pulling another child roughly by their shirt.”
Correction date in the state record: May 22, 2026
May 22, 2026Inspection2 rules cited
3270.113(a)(1) Staff assigned to specific children
“On 5/22/26 during footage reviewed staff #1 was observed leaving 1 OT unsupervised on one side of the room, and further into the footage staff #1 was observed aging leaving a group of 6 OT unsupervised on the other side of the room.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 18, 2026
3270.113(b) No physical punishment
“On 5/22/26 based on a review of video footage, staff #1 was observed in appropriately pulling, grabbing and pushing different children in care. Staff #1 pulled a child from under the table and sat the child down roughly on the chair. Staff #1 was also observed pulling another child roughly by their shirt.”
Correction date in the state record: May 22, 2026
May 13, 2026Complaint investigation6 rules cited
3270.33(a)/3270.192(2)(ii) Each staff person meets quals/Exp, educ., training prior to facility
“The file for staff person #1, functioning as an assistant group supervisor, lacked verification of education/experience to qualify as an assistant group supervisor.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 5, 2026
3270.94(a)(1) Every 60 days
“According to the fire drill log, a current fire drill has not been conducted within the last 60 days as of 5-13-26, with the last fire drill being conducted on 11-13-25.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 5, 2026
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“According to the log, the operator did not manually test the interconnected fire detection system in the facility within the last 30 days as of 5-13-26.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 5, 2026
3270.152 Adult Hygiene
“According to staff statements, the only sink in the infant room was not functioning at multiple times within a 2-3 week period. The sink was next to the changing table and staff were unable to wash children's hands and their hands after diapering when the sink was not functioning.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 5, 2026
3270.82(j) Running water - diapering
“According to staff statements, the only sink in the infant room, located next to the changing table, was not functioning at multiple times within a 2-3 week period.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 5, 2026
3270.134(a) Child's hands washed
“According to staff statements, the only sink in the infant room was not functioning at multiple times within a 2-3 week period. The sink was next to the changing table and staff were unable to wash their hands and the hands of children that were walking and able to wash hands when the sink was not functioning.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 5, 2026
May 13, 2026Inspection6 rules cited
3270.33(a)/3270.192(2)(ii) Each staff person meets quals/Exp, educ., training prior to facility
“The file for staff person #1, functioning as an assistant group supervisor, lacked verification of education/experience to qualify as an assistant group supervisor.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 5, 2026
3270.94(a)(1) Every 60 days
“According to the fire drill log, a current fire drill has not been conducted within the last 60 days as of 5-13-26, with the last fire drill being conducted on 11-13-25.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 5, 2026
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“According to the log, the operator did not manually test the interconnected fire detection system in the facility within the last 30 days as of 5-13-26.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 5, 2026
3270.152 Adult Hygiene
“According to staff statements, the only sink in the infant room was not functioning at multiple times within a 2-3 week period. The sink was next to the changing table and staff were unable to wash children's hands and their hands after diapering when the sink was not functioning.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 5, 2026
3270.82(j) Running water - diapering
“According to staff statements, the only sink in the infant room, located next to the changing table, was not functioning at multiple times within a 2-3 week period.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 5, 2026
3270.134(a) Child's hands washed
“According to staff statements, the only sink in the infant room was not functioning at multiple times within a 2-3 week period. The sink was next to the changing table and staff were unable to wash their hands and the hands of children that were walking and able to wash hands when the sink was not functioning.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 5, 2026
Nov 5, 2025Inspection16 rules cited
3270.124(b)(2) Physician name, address, phone
“In the records of child # 4, emergency contact information did not include the name, address and telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 15, 2025
3270.124(b)(3) Parent home/work address, phone
“In the records for child #3, emergency contact information did not include the work address and telephone number of the enrolling parent.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 15, 2025
3270.124(b)(5) Information re: special needs
“Emergency contact information for child #2 did not include information on the child's special needs, was left blank on the form and none were specified.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 15, 2025
3270.124(b)(5) Information re: special needs
“In the records for child #4 emergency contact information did include information on the child's special needs, as specified by the child's parent, physician, physician's assistant or CRNP, which is needed in an emergency situation.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 15, 2025
3270.124(b)(6) Insurance coverage information
“In the records for child #4, emergency contact information did not include health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits, as applicable.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 15, 2025
3270.151(a) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter
“The most recent health assessment in the records for staff person #1 is signed and dated 08/09/2023. More than 24 months have passed following the date of signature. Staff records for staff person #s 2, 3 and 4 did not have an initial health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 15, 2025
3270.192(4) CPSL information
“Records for staff # 3 did not contain a state police clearance. Records for Staff #4 did not contain a Child Abuse Clearance or a DHS FBI Clearance.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 15, 2025
3270.27(a)(5) Emergency plan
“The facility emergency plan observed did not provide for accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 15, 2025
3270.94(a)(1) Every 60 days
“The written records for fire drills were observed to have a gap from 05/29/2025 to 10/30/2025, more than 60 days apart.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 15, 2025
3270.94(a)(9) Written record
“The written records for fire drills were observed to have a gap from 05/29/2025 to 10/30/2025.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 15, 2025
3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL
“Records for staff # 3 did not contain a state police clearance. Records for Staff #4 did not contain a Child Abuse Clearance or a DHS FBI Clearance.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 15, 2025
3270.65 Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less
“An electrical outlet in a power strip near the aquarium in the preschool room was observer not covered and accessible to children 5 years of age or younger.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 15, 2025
3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible
“Cleaning materials were observed in an unlocked kitchen under the sink that was not secured and was accessible to children.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 15, 2025
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“Long screw ends of fencing bolts were protruding on the interior side to the playground fence and are a visible hazard.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 15, 2025
3270.123(a)(7) Services considered extra
“The agreement in the file for children #1 and # 2 did not specify or consider services which may be considered as extra.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 15, 2025
3270.124(b)(3) Parent home/work address, phone
“Emergency contact information for child #1 did not include work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 15, 2025
Nov 19, 2024Inspection3 rules cited
3270.124(b)(3) Parent home/work address, phone
“The files for children #1 and #2 lacked emergency contact information that included the work telephone numbers of the enrolling parents.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 13, 2024
3270.131(d)(8) Age appropriate screenings complete
“The file for child #3 lacked a health report that included a statement that age-appropriate screenings recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics were conducted since the time of the previous health report required by this section.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 13, 2024
3270.151(a) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter
“The file for staff person #1 lacked a health assessment that was completed 24 months from the previous health assessment. The health assessments in the file are dated 7/5/21 and 11/3/23.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 19, 2024
Nov 6, 2023Inspection7 rules cited
3270.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person
“The emergency contact forms on file for children #2 and #3 did not include the addresses of all release persons listed.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 10, 2023
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“There was splintered wood on cubbies in the Preschool 3 room.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 27, 2023
3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(ii) HS/GED + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility
“There was no documentation of education on file for Facility Person #1, required for their classification as an assistant group supervisor.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 27, 2023
3270.124(e) Written emergency plan posted
“The medical emergency transportation plan was not posted in the Preschool 3 room.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 6, 2023
3270.27(e) Letter to parents
“The letter to the parents explaining the emergency plan did not reference the accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities and children with chronic medical conditions in the event of an emergency.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 6, 2023
3270.27(d) Plan posted
“The facility's emergency plan was not posted conspicuously.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 6, 2023
3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(3) Immunization record/Dismissal policy
“There was no documentation of a current flu vaccine (recommended annually by the ACIP) on file for child #1.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 6, 2023
Nov 29, 2022Inspection15 rules cited
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“The emergency plan did not include a plan for continuity of operations in the event of an emergency.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 3, 2023
3270.25(a) Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations
“The phone number to contact the regional child care office was not posted at the facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 29, 2022
3270.27(f) Emergency plan
“There was no documentation the emergency plan was sent to the local municipality.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 3, 2023
3270.131(a) Health information
“The current health assessment on file for child #1, enrolled prior to 1/6/22, was completed more than 90 days after the child's first day of attendance at the facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 29, 2022
3270.103 Small Toys and Objects
“There were small paper clips (with a diameter of less than an inch) in an unlocked drawer next to the sink used for handwashing by children after diapering in the young toddler room.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 29, 2022
3270.34(a)(6) Staff evaluations
“The current staff evaluations on file for Facility Persons #2 and #3 were completed more than 12 months after the previous evaluation/staff start date.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 29, 2022
3270.65 Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less
“There was an uncovered outlet in a power strip on the floor in the preschool room.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 29, 2022
3270.66(b) Original container
“There was a spray bottle containing a cleaner not labeled with the contents in the preschool room.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 29, 2022
3270.27(a)(6) Emergency plan
“There was no documentation on file of an emergency drill.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 1, 2022
3270.165 Menus
“The menu was not posted or provided to families a week in advance.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 29, 2022
3270.151(a) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter
“The current health assessment on file for Facility Person #1 was completed more than 24 months after the previous health assessment on file.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 29, 2022
3270.131(b)(2) Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months
“The current health assessment on file for child #2 was completed more than 12 months after the prior health assessment on file.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 29, 2022
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“The current criminal history, child abuse, and FBI clearances on file for Facility Person #1 were completed more than 60 months after the previous clearances on file.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 29, 2022
3270.27(e) Letter to parents
“The letter provided to the parents to explain the emergency plan did not include the facility's plan for a lockdown.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 1, 2022
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“The provider's written policy regarding prevention of shaken baby, syndrome, abusive head trauma, and child maltreatment did not address the prevention and identification of child maltreatment.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 29, 2022
Nov 16, 2021Inspection14 rules cited
3270.31(f)/3270.31(f)(10) Health and Safety Training/Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR
“The health and safety training topics 3270.31(f)(1) through 3270.31(f)(9) and pediatric CPR for facility person #3 were not completed within 90 days of starting with children. Pediatric CPR for facility person #1 was not completed within 90 days of starting with children.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 17, 2021
3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL
“The completed NSOR verification certificate of facility person #1 was dated more than 45 days from their start date with children. The disclosure statement of facility person #2 did not contain a witness signature or date.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 16, 2021
3270.82(g) Clean and good repair
“A bolt was protruding from the base of the toilet in the middle stall in the restroom off the preschool classroom.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 17, 2021
3270.82(h) Handwashing signs
“Handwashing signs were not posted at a diaper changing table and portable sink in the young toddler classroom.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 16, 2021
3270.102(a) Clean and good repair
“A white laundry basket in the older toddler classroom was broken.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 16, 2021
3270.123(a)(6) Admission date
“The financial agreements of child #1, 2, 4 and 5 did not contain admission dates.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 16, 2021
3270.124(b)(2) Physician name, address, phone
“The emergency contact form of child #1 did not contain the telephone number of the child's physician.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 16, 2021
3270.124(b)(3) Parent home/work address, phone
“The emergency contact form of child #1 did not contain the enrolling parents work telephone number and child #3, 4 and 5 did not contain the enrolling parents work address or telephone number.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 16, 2021
3270.124(b)(5) Information re: special needs
“The emergency contact form of child #5 did not address if the child had special needs as specified by the child's parent, physician, physician's assistant or CRNP, which is needed in an emergency situation.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 16, 2021
3270.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person
“The emergency contact form of child #4 did not contain the address of the release persons.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 16, 2021
3270.131(e)(1) Exemption documentation from parent/guardian
“The immunization record of child #1 was not in accordance with the schedule recommended by the ACIP and an exemption was not on file.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 31, 2022
3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test
“The file of facility person #2 did not contain an initial health assessment prior to working with children. The previous and current health assessments of facility person #4 exceeded 24 months by one day.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 15, 2021
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
“Signed parental consent for emergency medical care and administration of minor first-aid procedures was not on file for child #4.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 17, 2021
3270.27(c) Training regarding plan
“Documentation of initial emergency plan training for facility person #1 was more than 7 days after their start date with children.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 16, 2021
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FAQ
Questions about Eastminster Child Care
Is Eastminster Child Care licensed?
Yes. Eastminster Child Care is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
When was Eastminster Child Care last inspected?
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on May 22, 2026, with 2 rules cited. It lists 7 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Eastminster Child Care had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 34 rules across 7 of 7 visits in the last 3 years; 34 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 Eastminster Child Care care for?
60, the licensed capacity on the state record.
Does Eastminster Child Care accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Eastminster Child Care's hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Eastminster Child Care cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (412) 661-2420 to ask.
What is Eastminster Child Care's phone number?
(412) 661-2420.
Where is Eastminster Child Care?
250 N Highland Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15206. The nearest other daycare we list is Brightside Academy Early Education, 0.2 miles away.