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First Impressions Day Care Center

41 Macek Dr, Pittsburgh, PA 15227

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First Impressions Day Care Center is a child care center in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 47 children, serving school-age children.

Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 5 visits in the last 3 years and cited 34 rules across 5 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

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Summary

5 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Apr 15, 2026: 1 rule cited

Rules cited on 5 of 5 visits · 34 rules in all · 33 corrected

  • Building, equipment and play areas 8
  • Supervision and ratios 8
  • Safety and hazards 8
  • Staff training and qualifications 4
  • Records and paperwork 3
  • Health, medication and illness 3

For comparison: 93% of Pennsylvania daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 14.

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  1. Apr 15, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.102(a) Clean and good repair

      “There was a cracked bin containing Mega blocks in the preschool room which created a pinch point or potential hazard for”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 15, 2026

  2. Sep 29, 2025Inspection6 rules cited
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.102(a) Clean and good repair

      “There was a stuffed bear in Room 119 with a hole on the back which exposed the foam stuffing.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 29, 2025

    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.123(a)(5) Designated release persons

      “The agreement on file for Child #2 does not include the persons to whom the child can be released.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 29, 2025

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.124(f)/3270.181(c) Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos

      “The file for Child #1 includes 6-month review signatures for the emergency contact form and agreement dated 2.9.24 and 7.30.25, more than 6 months apart.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 29, 2025

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.131(b)(2)/3270.182(1) Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months/Initial and subsequent health reports

      “The most recent health assessment on file for Child #1, who was a preschool-age child, is dated 5.25.23, more than 12 months ago. The 2 most recent health assessments on file for Child #3, a preschool-age child, are dated 5.2.24 and 9.17.25, more than 12 months apart. The most recent health assessment on file for Child #4, who is a preschool age child, is dated 8.19.24, more than 12 months ago.”

      Correction date in the state record: Oct 3, 2025

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.76 Building Surfaces

      “There was a shelving unit in Room 115 that had exposed bolts on the bottom shelves, accessible to children, that present a hazard to children who could be injured by the bolts. In the outside playground. There was a piece of wood bordering the edge of the poured surface that was splintered and had a sharp exposed shard that stuck out several inches creating a tripping or injury hazard.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 30, 2025

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.103 Small Toys and Objects

      “An uncooked elbow macaroni noodle less than 1 inch in size and a wheel from a Hot Wheels toy car that was less than 1 inch in size were found in a toy bin accessible to children in Room 119.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 29, 2025

  3. Nov 13, 2024Complaint investigation2 rules cited
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.76 Building Surfaces

      “Observed in the gymnasium: a large hole in the wall on the left side where four of the blocks had been removed. In this gap, exposed pipes and pieces of cracked cinder blocks were observed. Observed a leaking water pipe on the ceiling, which was creating a puddle on the floor on the far left side. Observed a cracked electrical outlet cover on the far wall, and another electrical cover, which were held on with blue tape that was peeling. A gap in the wall near this same outlet exposed crumbling cinder. Several smaller holes, which had previously been taped, were observed along the lower walls of the gym, primarily in the far right corner below the pull-up bars. Observed wrestling equipment (a portable rink with metal components), which was accessible to children, on the near right corner of the gymnasium.”

      Correction date in the state record: Dec 2, 2024

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.65 Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less

      “Observed three electrical outlets that lacked receptacle covers.”

      Correction date in the state record: Dec 2, 2024

  4. Nov 4, 2024Inspection3 rules cited
    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.52 Mixed Age Level

      “While assessing supervision and ratio during a complaint investigation on 11.4.24, at approximately 10:40 AM, in a mixed age group, staff member #1 named 1 young school-age child and 2 preschool children they were responsible for. Staff person #2 named 3 preschool children, 3 older toddlers, and 1 young toddler who they were responsible for. Staff member #3 was to have responsibility for the young toddler but had left the room for several minutes after the CR's arrival.”

      Correction date in the state record: Nov 13, 2024

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.94(a)(1) Every 60 days

      “The most recent fire drill documented is dated 9.3.24, more than 60 days ago.”

      Correction date in the state record: Nov 4, 2024

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance

      “The most recent documented fire alarm test is dated 9.3.24, more than 30 days ago.”

      Correction date in the state record: Nov 4, 2024

  5. Sep 17, 2024Inspection22 rules cited
    • Records and paperwork

      3270.124(b)(3) Parent home/work address, phone

      “The emergency contact form on file for Child #1 does not include the work address and/or telephone number for the enrolling parent.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 22, 2024

    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.21 General Health and Safety

      “There were 2 pairs of adult scissors on the teacher desk in Room 119 which were accessible to children.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 16, 2024

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.31(e)(4)(i)/3270.192(2)(iii) Age and Training/Exp, educ., training at facility

      “The file for Staff person #1 includes verification of First Aid/CPR training dated 8.14.24, after the expiration date of 3.31.24.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 16, 2024

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.31(e)/3270.192(2)(iii) Age and Training/Exp, educ., training at facility

      “The file for Staff person #1 includes 11.5 of 12 required annual training hours completed between 12/19/22-12/19/23. A 2-hour training from 7.15.24 (Physical Activities for Young Children) is borrowed to complete the required training hours.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 16, 2024

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.33(a)/3270.192(2)(ii) Each staff person meets quals/Exp, educ., training prior to facility

      “The file for Staff person #2, 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”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 17, 2024

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.72(d) Above ground window opening restricted to 6"

      “The second window from the far end in Room 119, which is above the ground floor, was able to be opened more than 6 inches.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 18, 2024

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.67(d) Contaminated trash in closed plastic-lined receptacle

      “There was no lidded trashcan in Room 119 where children were observed throwing away soiled facial tissues, used plastic utensils, and unfinished food from lunches.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 18, 2024

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance

      “While testing the 2 independent smoke detectors, the smoke detector in Room 118 did not appear to be functioning.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 16, 2024

    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.123(a)(5) Designated release persons

      “The agreement on file for Child #1 and #2 does not include the persons to whom the child can be released.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 22, 2024

    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.52 Mixed Age Level

      “Staff person #1, #2, and #3 were observed in Room 119, with 2 Older Toddlers and 4 preschool children. Staff person #3 and #1 both exited the room. At 11:49 AM, Staff person #2 left the classroom for approximately 15 seconds, leaving the 6 children unsupervised and no staff present to maintain ratio.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 16, 2024

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.103 Small Toys and Objects

      “Several plastic figurines smaller than 1 inch were observed in the toy bin in Room 118 and 119, where children who are still placing items in their mouths.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 17, 2024

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.76 Building Surfaces

      “In the outside playground, there was a piece of wood bordering the edge of the poured surface that was splintered and had a sharp exposed shard that stuck out several inches creating a tripping or injury hazard. There was also a strip of wood on the border around the poured surface that was pulling away from the border and sticking up, creating a tripping hazard. In the gym there were floorboards pulling up from the floor, creating a tripping hazard. The cover on the end of the heating unit in Room 119 had broken, causing pinch points and sharp metal corners to be exposed.”
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster

      “Peeling paint was observed on the wall above the sink in the food preparation area in room 118.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 19, 2024

    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.113(a) Supervised at all times

      “Staff person #1, #2, and #3 were observed in Room 119, with 2 Older Toddlers and 4 preschool children. Staff person #3 and #1 both exited the room. At 11:49 AM, Staff person #2 left the classroom for approximately 15 seconds, leaving the 6 children unsupervised.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 19, 2024

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.124(b)(2) Physician name, address, phone

      “The emergency contact form on file for Child #1 does not include the address for the child's pediatrician/source for medical care.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 22, 2024

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety

      “The Shaken Baby/Abusive Head Trauma Policy submitted by the facility does not include language regarding the prevention and identification of child maltreatment.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 20, 2024

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible

      “There was a bottle of White-Out, labeled "keep out of reach of children" in an unlocked drawer on the teacher's desk, making it accessible to children.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 16, 2024

    • Safety and hazards

      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 10.27.23-11.27.23; 5.17.24-6.17.24; and 7.15.24-8.15.24, more than 30 days apart.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 16, 2024

    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person

      “The emergency contact form on file for Child #1 does not include a complete address for all listed release persons.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 22, 2024

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.124(b)(5) Information re: special needs

      “The current emergency contact form on file for Child #1 does not indicate if the child has any special medical needs, which is needed in an emergency situation.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 22, 2024

    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.113(a)(1) Staff assigned to specific children

      “Staff person #1, #2, and #3 were observed in Room 119, with 2 Older Toddlers and 4 preschool children. Staff person #3 and #1 both exited the room. At 11:49 AM, Staff person #2 left the classroom for approximately 15 seconds, leaving the 6 children unsupervised and no staff present person was present with the children.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 17, 2024

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.65 Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less

      “In Room 119 there was a missing outlet cover on the wall opposite the windows and there were 2 missing outlet covers in the power strip beneath the air conditioning unit, accessible to children 5-years or younger.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 16, 2024

  6. Sep 22, 2023Inspection13 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(3) Immunization record/Dismissal policy

      “The files for children #1 and #2 contained immunization records which lacked documentation of receiving the influenza vaccine since 2021. No record for the influenza vaccine was on file for 2022 or yet for 2023. Written exemptions were not on file.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 25, 2023

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.124(b)(2) Physician name, address, phone

      “The emergency contact form for child #3 did not include the telephone number of the child's physician.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 22, 2023

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.104(a) Clean, good repair, proper size

      “A flat screen television on a table in room 119 was not anchored and was easily tipped forward. In the gym, large wooden platforms with protruding nails and a large piece of unknown green equipment were observed. The green item was constructed of hard plastic and seemed be be overturned which exposed multiple large protruding bolts.”

      Correction date in the state record: Oct 22, 2023

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.103 Small Toys and Objects

      “The following items with a diameter of less than 1 inch were observed to be accessible to an older toddler who was present in care on the day of the inspection; In room 118 and 119, a Lego bin with small pieces, a bin of Barbie accessories including small shoes, short Lincoln Logs, a bin with various small items including a rubber tire from a toy car, and small pieces of hard macaroni in the sensory bin. Large pieces of scrap plastic wrap were observed on the floor of the gym.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 22, 2023

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.102(a) Clean and good repair

      “Loose screws which created pinch points were observed on a triangular book shelf in room 118.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 22, 2023

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.92(a) No portable space heaters

      “A portable space heater was observed in the storage area of the staff room. Based on statements made by staff, the heater has been used when the rooms are cool because the heat in the building has not yet been turned on for the winter.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 22, 2023

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.82(h) Handwashing signs

      “The boys restroom lacked posted handwashing signs at two sinks.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 22, 2023

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.76 Building Surfaces

      “Two pieces of wood surrounding the perimeter of the outdoor play space were observed to be lifting away from the foundation below exposing sharp screws and creating a tripping hazard.”

      Correction date in the state record: Oct 22, 2023

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.74 Emergency Numbers Posted

      “The posting in room 119 listing the emergency numbers did not include phone numbers for the poison control center or the nearest hospital.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 22, 2023

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.66(b) Original container

      “A reusable spray bottle observed in room 119 was not labeled with the contents. Based on statements made by staff, the bottle contained sanitizer.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 22, 2023

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.65 Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less

      “One electrical outlet on a power strip in room 119 lacked a protective cover. The power strip was accessible to children 5 years of age or younger.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 22, 2023

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.34(a)(6) Staff evaluations

      “The file for staff #1 did not contain a written evaluation completed in 2022. The most recent evaluation on file dated 7/24/23 is now current.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 22, 2023

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance

      “Documentation of the 30 day tests of the fire detection devices indicated consecutive tests conducted more than 30 days apart.; 4/10/23 and 5/12/23 = 32 days.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 22, 2023

  7. Sep 16, 2022Inspection22 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.75(a) In child care spaces

      “Room 119 lacked a first aid kit.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 16, 2022

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.124(b)(6) Insurance coverage information

      “The file for child #1 contained an emergency contact form which did not include a health insurance policy number.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 16, 2022

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety

      “The facility's emergency plan did not address continuity of operations.”

      Correction date in the state record: Oct 28, 2022

    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.21 General Health and Safety

      “A pedestal fan, which lacked a protective netting, was observed in the hall outside room 118. The fan was plugged in.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 16, 2022

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.27(c)/3270.192(2)(iii) Training regarding plan/Exp, educ., training at facility

      “The files for staff #2 and #3 did not contain documentation of being trained on the emergency plan within 90 days of hire. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET) The only documented training on file for both staff was dated 6/15/22.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 16, 2022

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.31(e)/3270.192(2)(iii) Age and Training/Exp, educ., training at facility

      “The file for staff #1 contained 12 annual hours of training which were completed late, but are now current.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 16, 2022

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.27(a)(6) Emergency plan

      “The facility conducted an initial annual emergency on 6/16/22 which was after the deadline on 12/19/21.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 16, 2022

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.27(a)(5) Emergency plan

      “The facility's emergency plan lacked accommodations for toddlers. Two older toddlers were observed in care.”

      Correction date in the state record: Oct 28, 2022

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.31(e)(4)(ii)/3270.192(2)(iii) Fire safety - 1 yr./Exp, educ., training at facility

      “The file for staff #1 contained documentation of fire safety training completed more than 12 months apart; 7/13/21 and 8/24/22.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 16, 2022

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.151(c)(2)/3270.192(3) Mantoux TB/Health assessment, TB test

      “The file for staff #2 did not contain the results of a tuberculosis screening.”

      Correction date in the state record: Oct 28, 2022

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.131(e)(1) Exemption documentation from parent/guardian

      “The files for children #2 and #5 contained immunization records which did not include documentation of receiving the influenza vaccine in accordance with the schedule recommended by the ACIP.”

      Correction date in the state record: Oct 28, 2022

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.131(b)(2)/3270.182(1) Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months/Initial and subsequent health reports

      “The file for child #5 contained a health report which has not been updated in the past 12 months.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 19, 2022

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.33(a)/3270.192(2)(ii) Each staff person meets quals/Exp, educ., training prior to facility

      “The file for staff #1, designated as an assistant group supervisor, did not contain documentation of the qualifications required for the position.”

      Correction date in the state record: Oct 30, 2022

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.65 Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less

      “Five electrical outlets in the gym lacked protective covers. The outlets are accessible to children 5 years of age or younger.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 16, 2022

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible

      “Upon arrival, the door to the maintenance closet was open leaving multiple toxics accessible to children (bleach, sanitizer, disinfectant and batteries). The closet is beside the entrance to the girls' restroom used by children in care.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 16, 2022

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.103 Small Toys and Objects

      “Plastic bags were accessible to children under 2 cabinets in room 118 and in one child's locker in the hall.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 16, 2022

    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.123(a)(5) Designated release persons

      “The files for children #1, #3, and #4 contained agreements which did not specify the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 16, 2022

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.131(a)(4)/3270.182(1) Initial health report for school age; accordance with school attendance/Initial and subsequent health reports

      “The file for child #1, a school age child, contained a health report which was not dated therefore compliance could not be determined.”

      Correction date in the state record: Oct 24, 2022

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.75(b) Inaccessible to children

      “The first aid kit in room 118 was accessible to children on a child sized table.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 16, 2022

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.102(a)/3270.103 Clean and good repair/Small Toys and Objects

      “Accessible foam was observed on multiple gymnastics mats stored in the gym. Crumbling pieces of foam were observed on the gym floor around the mats.”

      Correction date in the state record: Oct 28, 2022

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.102(c) Outdoor equip.- protective surfacing

      “The operator was unable to provide documentation of the manufacturer's ASTM F1292 test data for the unitary playground protective surface covering for the outdoor play space.”

      Correction date in the state record: Oct 30, 2022

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.102(a) Clean and good repair

      “A torn seam was observed in the seat of the gray hammock chair in room 118.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 16, 2022

Copied from Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning on October 2, 2026; the state's records start around Jun 2021. Rule wording, severity and dates are the state's.

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Is First Impressions Day Care Center licensed?

Yes. First Impressions Day Care Center is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.

When was First Impressions Day Care Center last inspected?

Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on April 15, 2026, with 1 rule cited. It lists 5 visits in the last 3 years.

Has First Impressions Day Care Center had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 34 rules across 5 of 5 visits in the last 3 years; 33 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 First Impressions Day Care Center care for?

47, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve school-age children.

Does First Impressions Day Care Center accept child care subsidies?

Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.

What are First Impressions Day Care Center's hours?

Its hours are not listed. Call (412) 881-7794 to confirm.

How much does First Impressions Day Care Center cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (412) 881-7794 to ask.

What is First Impressions Day Care Center's phone number?

(412) 881-7794.

Where is First Impressions Day Care Center?

41 Macek Dr, Pittsburgh, PA 15227. The nearest other daycare we list is Valerie P Freund Family Day Care Home, 0.9 miles away.

Sources: Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning (license and visits).