Mt Top Kids
1 Marian Ct Kirby Estates, Mountain Top, PA
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Little Big Steps Preschool & Child Care ELC is a child care center in Mountain Top, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 93 children, serving school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 5:30 PM.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 14 visits in the last 3 years and cited 36 rules across 14 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
Hours
| MondayToday | 6:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Thursday | 6:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Friday | 6:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
| Ages | School-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 93 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Little Big Steps Preschool & Child Care ELC has not listed its tuition.
State record
14 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Feb 2, 2026: 1 rule cited
Rules cited on 14 of 14 visits · 36 rules in all · 33 corrected
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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3270.102(c) Outdoor equip.- protective surfacing
“During the complaint investigation conducted on 8/13/2025 observed that the outdoor protective surface covering located in the outside play space does not have verification that the protective surface covering meets the recommendations of the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission. The director could not provide the ASTM Playground paperwork for poured-rubber surfacing. Provider was previously cited on 12/9/2025. Documentation has not been received by due date of 12/22/2025.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 6, 2026
3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(ii) HS/GED + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility
“During the renewal inspection conducted on 1/6/2026 observed staff person #1's file did not include verification of education prior to service at the facility. Staff person #1's file included a foreign diploma that was sent for evaluation but the result has not been received.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 27, 2026
3270.151(c)(3)/3270.151(c)(4) Exam communicable disease/Information re: medical problems
“During the renewal inspection conducted on 1/6/2026 observed staff person #1's health assessment stated yes for question #2 for having a communicable disease. Corrected 1/9/26. Observed staff person #2's health assessment did not include an examination for communicable diseases /the results of that examination and information on medical problems that might threaten the health of the children or prohibit a staff person from providing adequate care to children.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 27, 2026
3270.102(c) Outdoor equip.- protective surfacing
“During the complaint investigation conducted on 8/13/2025 observed that the outdoor protective surface covering located in the outside play space does not have verification that the protective surface covering meets the recommendations of the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission. The director could not provide the ASTM Playground paperwork for poured-rubber surfacing. Provider was previously cited on 10/16/2025. Documentation has not been received by due date of 10/26/2025.”
3270.102(c) Outdoor equip.- protective surfacing
“During the complaint investigation conducted on 8/13/2025 observed that the outdoor protective surface covering located in the outside play space does not have verification that the protective surface covering meets the recommendations of the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission. The director could not provide the ASTM Playground paperwork for poured-rubber surfacing. Provider was previously cited on 10/1/2025. Documentation has not been received by due date of 10/13/2025.”
3270.183(b) No information disclosed
“During the complaint investigation conducted on 8/28/25 it was determined that facility person #1 disclosed on a public social media platform that a child was enrolled and was currently physically at the facility at that time.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 8, 2025
3270.102(c) Outdoor equip.- protective surfacing
“During the complaint investigation conducted on 8/13/2025 observed that the outdoor protective surface covering located in the outside play space does not have verification that the protective surface covering meets the recommendations of the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission. The director could not provide the ASTM Playground paperwork for poured-rubber surfacing.”
3270.115(a)(5) Staff:child ratios while swimming
“During the unannounced monitoring inspection conducted on 6/20/2025 observed 4 staff to 12 young toddlers in the parking lot in the back of the building next to the fenced in outside play space in a five in one inflatable bounce castle that includes a climbing wall, trampoline, water gun, water pool, and a slide that goes into the water pool. The youngest child in the group was age 2.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 21, 2025
3270.31(f)(10) Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR
“During the renewal inspection conducted on 1/22/2025 observed staff person #1's file did not include verification of completion of pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation within 90 days of hire. Correction date provider included on plan of correction was 2/10/2025 but verification of completion was not provided on 2/12/2025.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 7, 2025
3270.52 Mixed Age Level
“During the complaint investigation conducted on 2/12/2025 observed that the Pre-K room was out of compliance with ratio. There were two staff observed with eighteen children with the youngest child being 8 months old.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 20, 2025
3270.52 Mixed Age Level
“During the complaint investigation conducted on 2/12/2025 observed that the Pre-K room was out of compliance with ratio. There were two staff observed with eighteen children with the youngest child being 8 months old.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 21, 2025
3270.31(f)(10) Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR
“During the renewal inspection conducted on 1/22/2025 observed staff person #1's file did not include verification of completion of pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation within 90 days of hire. Correction date provider included on plan of correction was 2/10/2025 but verification of completion was not provided on 2/12/2025.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 7, 2025
3270.52 Mixed Age Level
“During the complaint investigation conducted on 2/12/2025 observed that the Pre-K room was out of compliance with ratio. There were two staff observed with eighteen children with the youngest child being 8 months old.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 20, 2025
3270.52 Mixed Age Level
“During the complaint investigation conducted on 2/12/2025 observed that the Pre-K room was out of compliance with ratio. There were two staff observed with eighteen children with the youngest child being 8 months old.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 21, 2025
3270.75(c) Has all items
“During the renewal inspection conducted on 1/22/2025 observed the first aid kit in the preschool 1 room did not include sterile gauze pads. Corrected on site 1/22/2025.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 22, 2025
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“During the renewal inspection conducted on 1/22/2025 observed stained ceiling tiles in the preschool 1 room.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 27, 2025
3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster
“During the renewal inspection conducted on 1/22/2025 observed damaged paint in the bathrooms in the preschool 1 room and preschool 2 room.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 27, 2025
3270.31(f)(10) Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR
“During the renewal inspection conducted on 1/22/2025 observed staff person #1's file did not include verification of completion of pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation within 90 days of hire.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 10, 2025
3270.72(d) Above ground window opening restricted to 6"
“During the renewal inspection conducted on 1/22/2025 observed the windows in the infant, young toddler 2, and pre-k rooms were not constructed, modified or adapted to limit the opening to 6 or fewer inches.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 24, 2025
3270.37(c) Aides supervised all times
“During the unannounced monitoring inspection conducted on 10/11/2024 observed staff person #1, #2 and #3 were providing supervision in the Pre-K room without being supervised at all times by a staff person qualified at minimum as an assistant group supervisor.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 2, 2024
3270.113(a)(1) Staff assigned to specific children
“During the unannounced monitoring inspection conducted on 10/11/2024 observed the staff in the Pre-K room could not name which specific children they were assigned the responsibility for supervision. Staff person #1 named 5 children, staff person #2 named 6 children and staff person #3 named 5 children she was responsible for out of the 21 children present leaving 5 children unaccounted for.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 2, 2024
3270.113(a)(1) Staff assigned to specific children
“During the unannounced monitoring inspection conducted on 10/11/2024 observed the staff in the Pre-K room could not name which specific children they were assigned the responsibility for supervision. Staff person #1 named 5 children, staff person #2 named 6 children and staff person #3 named 5 children she was responsible for out of the 21 children present leaving 5 children unaccounted for.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 2, 2024
3270.106(f) 2 feet apart
“During the unannounced monitoring inspection conducted on 10/11/2024 observed the rest equipment in in the Young Toddler 2 room and Preschool 2 room were not 2 feet apart during nap time.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 2, 2024
3270.51 Similar Age Level
“During the complaint investigation conducted on 10/11/2024 observed 2 staff with 21 children with the youngest being age 4 in the Pre-K room.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 2, 2024
3270.51 Similar Age Level
“During the complaint investigation conducted on 10/11/2024 observed 2 staff with 21 children with the youngest being age 4 in the Pre-K room.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 2, 2024
3270.37(c) Aides supervised all times
“During the unannounced monitoring inspection conducted on 10/11/2024 observed staff person #1, #2 and #3 were providing supervision in the Pre-K room without being supervised at all times by a staff person qualified at minimum as an assistant group supervisor.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 2, 2024
3270.113(a)(1) Staff assigned to specific children
“During the unannounced monitoring inspection conducted on 10/11/2024 observed the staff in the Pre-K room could not name which specific children they were assigned the responsibility for supervision. Staff person #1 named 5 children, staff person #2 named 6 children and staff person #3 named 5 children she was responsible for out of the 21 children present leaving 5 children unaccounted for.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 2, 2024
3270.113(a)(1) Staff assigned to specific children
“During the unannounced monitoring inspection conducted on 10/11/2024 observed the staff in the Pre-K room could not name which specific children they were assigned the responsibility for supervision. Staff person #1 named 5 children, staff person #2 named 6 children and staff person #3 named 5 children she was responsible for out of the 21 children present leaving 5 children unaccounted for.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 2, 2024
3270.106(f) 2 feet apart
“During the unannounced monitoring inspection conducted on 10/11/2024 observed the rest equipment in in the Young Toddler 2 room and Preschool 2 room were not 2 feet apart during nap time.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 2, 2024
3270.51 Similar Age Level
“During the complaint investigation conducted on 10/11/2024 observed 2 staff with 21 children with the youngest being age 4 in the Pre-K room.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 2, 2024
3270.51 Similar Age Level
“During the complaint investigation conducted on 10/11/2024 observed 2 staff with 21 children with the youngest being age 4 in the Pre-K room.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 2, 2024
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“Staff person # 1 was observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person # 1 has not completed the following pre-service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: Pediatric First Aid/CPR, Mandated Reporter, and 10 Hour health and safety. Staff # 1 is still within their 90 days of initial employement.”
Correction date in the state record: May 6, 2024
3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training
“Staff person # 2 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Pediatric CPR/First Aid”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 23, 2024
3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL
“The FBI clearance on file for staff # 2 (see code sheet for DOH) is a department of education clearance, therefore is not valid. The NSOR certificate for staff person # 3 (see code sheet for DOH) is dated 12/20/23, and was requested on 12/19/23, which was after their start date. Staff person # 6 (see code sheet for DOH) does not have a valid FBI clearance or proof it was requested prior to their start date.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 1, 2024
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“Staff person # 3 was observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person # 3 has not completed the following pre-service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: Pediatric First aid and CPR.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 1, 2024
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“More than 30 days passed between fire alarm test logs held on 12/1/23 and 1/2/24.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 1, 2024
3270.131(a) Health information
“Child # 1 started on 9/18/23, there is not a valid health assessment on file.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 26, 2024
3270.192(5) Two written references
“There are no written non family references on file for staff person # 4.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 5, 2024
3270.102(a) Clean and good repair
“Cert rep observed a wooden play kitchen that had a chipped door which exposed rough wood in the Preschool 1 classroom. There were also torn edges on the climbing mats in the indoor play area.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 1, 2024
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“There are water stained ceiling tiles in the Preschool 2 classroom.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 5, 2024
3270.71 Heat Source
“The water in the upstairs sinks in the classrooms and bathrooms was 116 degrees.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 12, 2024
3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible
“In the young toddler classroom, cert rep observed cleaning wipes labeled "keep out of reach of children" on the diaper changing table.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 1, 2024
3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL
“Staff person # 7 did not completed the mandated reporter training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet). The certificate of training is dated 1/16/24.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 1, 2024
3270.151(a)/3270.151(c)(4) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Information re: medical problems
“The health assessment for staff # 1 (see code sheet for DOH) is dated 4/15/23 and was not conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service. The health assessment did not include an assessment of their ability to provide child care. There is no health assessment on file for staff # 5.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 1, 2024
3270.133(4) Locked
“Cert rep observed diaper cream labeled "keep out of reach of children" in unlocked cabinets in the older toddler and infant classrooms.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 1, 2024
3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training
“Staff person #1 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): 10 hour Health and Safety Basics.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 2, 2023
3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL
“Staff person # 1 has not completed the mandated reporter training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet).”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 3, 2023
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“More than 30 days passed between fire alarm tests logged since the last inspection on 11/21/22. Fire alarm test logs are dated 11/25/22, 12/28/22, and 1/25/23.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 3, 2023
3270.192(5) Two written references
“There is only one written non family reference on file for staff person # 12. There are no written non family references on file for staff person # 13,”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 17, 2023
3270.151(a) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter
“Staff persons # 4, 12, and 13 (see LIS code sheet for date of hire) did not provide a health assessment or TB screening at the time of hire. More than 24 months passed between health assessment forms for staff person # 3; health forms are dated 11/9/2020 and 3/7/2023.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 17, 2023
3270.106(a) Clean, age appropriate
“The cots in the preschool and young toddler classrooms were not labeled for use of a specific child.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 3, 2023
3270.102(a) Clean and good repair
“The diaper changing pad in the blue room has a tear that exposes the material making it unable to be properly sanitized.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 17, 2023
3270.75(b) Inaccessible to children
“The first aid kit in the preschool classroom was kept in a cubby accessible to the children.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 3, 2023
3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible
“There was diaper cream stored in an unlocked cabinet accessible to the children in the young toddler classroom.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 3, 2023
3270.61(c) 40 square feet wall-to-wall
“During the renewal inspection, children were observed to be receiving care in unmeasured space.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 3, 2023
3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training
“Staff person # 12 did not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Get Started with Center-Based Care -- Revised 2022”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 17, 2023
3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training
“Staff persons #1, 2, 3, 5, 6, 7, 8, and 9 did not complete the required one-hour 2022 update to the health and safety training by 12/30/2022.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 3, 2023
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“Staff person # 13 was observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person # 13 has not completed the following pre-service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: Mandate Reporter, Pediatric CPR/First Aid, and Get Started with Center-Based Care -- Revised 2022.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 17, 2023
3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL
“Staff person# 14 did not completed the mandated reporter training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet).”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 17, 2023
3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL
“Staff person # 1, hired 10/4/22, has a state police clearance dated 11/2/22, child abuse clearance dated 11/7/22, FBI dated 11/5/22, and NSOR dated 10/28/22. Staff person # 2, hired 10/13/18, does not have a valid state police clearance; there is only a receipt that shows it was requested. Staff person # 3, received their state police clearance on 10/21/22, 90 days after their start date of 8/22/22. Staff person # 5 does not have a valid FBI clearance or NSOR certificate on file. There is no proof that either has been requested. Staff person # 7 was hired 2/7/22, there is no valid state police clearance or FBI clearance on file. Staff person # 8 started on 9/6/22, the NSOR was requested on 10/28/22 and results have not yet been received. Staff # 8 also lived out of PA within the last 5 years and does not have out of state clearances on file or proof that they were requested.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 21, 2022
3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL
“Staff person # 1, hired 10/4/22, has a state police clearance dated 11/2/22, child abuse clearance dated 11/7/22, FBI dated 11/5/22, and NSOR dated 10/28/22. Staff person # 2, hired 10/13/18, does not have a valid state police clearance; there is only a receipt that shows it was requested. Staff person # 3, received their state police clearance on 10/21/22, 90 days after their start date of 8/22/22. Staff person # 5 does not have a valid FBI clearance or NSOR certificate on file. There is no proof that either has been requested. Staff person # 7 was hired 2/7/22, there is no valid state police clearance or FBI clearance on file. Staff person # 8 started on 9/6/22, the NSOR was requested on 10/28/22 and results have not yet been received. Staff # 8 also lived out of PA within the last 5 years and does not have out of state clearances on file or proof that they were requested.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 22, 2023
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
“Child # 3 started on 8/30/22. There is no written consent for the administration of minor first aid or emergency medical procedures on file.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 22, 2022
3270.82(h) Handwashing signs
“There is no hand washing sign posted in any of the facility restrooms or sinks.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 21, 2022
3270.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person
“The emergency contact form on file for child # 1 did not include the addresses for the release persons listed.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 21, 2022
3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible
“A container of Clorox wipes labeled "keep out of reach of children" was on the changing table in the infant classroom.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 21, 2022
3270.151(a) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter
“Staff person # 1, start date 10/4/22, has an initial health assessment dated 11/4/22. More than 24 months passed between health assessments for staff person # 2. Health assessments are dated 10/10/18 and 8/30/21. Staff person # 4, start date 8/26/22, does not have an initial health assessment on file. Staff person # 5, start date 8/31/22, does not have an initial health assessment or TB test on file. Staff person # 8, start date 9/6/22, does not have an initial health assessment or TB test on file.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 6, 2023
3270.106(a) Clean, age appropriate
“The cots in the young toddler classroom were not labeled for individual use.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 21, 2022
3270.123(b) Parent receives original
“There is no agreement on file for child # 2.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 2, 2022
3270.131(a) Health information
“Child # 3 started on 8/30/22. As of 11/21/22, the parent has not yet provided a copy of the child's heatlh asseessment.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 22, 2022
3270.192(5) Two written references
“There are no written nonfamily references on file for staff person # 1 and 4. there is only one written nonfamily reference on file for staff persons # 5 and 6.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 6, 2023
3270.131(e) ACIP recommended immunization record
“Child # 3 started at the facility on 8/30/22. As of 11/21/22, there is no immunization report on file.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 22, 2022
3270.192(2)(ii) Exp, educ., training prior to facility
“There is no proof of education and/or experience prior to service at the facility on file for staff persons # 1, 3, and 5.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 6, 2023
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“Facility does not have proof of purchase for the smoke detectors at the facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 5, 2022
3270.27(a)(5) Emergency plan
“The emergency plan does not include accommodations for infants and toddlers.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 5, 2022
3270.107 Refrigerator
“There is no refrigerator at the facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 5, 2022
3270.27(f) Emergency plan
“The emergency plan was not sent to the local municipality.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 5, 2022
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FAQ
Yes. Little Big Steps Preschool & Child Care ELC is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on February 2, 2026, with 1 rule cited. It lists 14 visits in the last 3 years.
Yes. Inspectors cited 36 rules across 14 of 14 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.
93, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve school-age children.
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 5:30 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
It has not listed its tuition. Call (570) 261-4376 to ask.
(570) 261-4376.
71 N Mountain Blvd, Mountain Top, PA 18707. The nearest other daycare we list is Little Big Steps Preschool Childcare Early Learn, 0.2 miles away.