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6165 Steubenville Pike, Mc Kees Rocks, PA
Mini Minds Childcare and Early Learning Center
- licensed capacity
- 83
- open each week
- 5 days
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About
About Mini Minds Childcare and Early Learning Center
Mini Minds Childcare and Early Learning Center is a child care center in Oakdale, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 83 children, serving school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. It describes its programs: full-time care, infant care, part-time care and preschool.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 4 visits in the last 3 years and cited 22 rules across 4 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsSchool-ageAccepts child care subsidy
Ages served: school-age children
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- School-age children
- Hours today
- 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 83 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 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 |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | School-age childrenFrom the state license. It lists: 6 weeks up to 12 years of age |
|---|---|
| Programs | Full-time care, infant care, part-time care, preschool and toddler care |
| Curriculum | Creative Curriculum |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 83 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Mini Minds Childcare and Early Learning Center has not listed its tuition.
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State record
Inspection reports for Mini Minds Childcare and Early Learning Center
License
- Status
- Certified by the state and operating
- License type
- Certificate of Compliance
- Capacity
- 83 children
- Ages
- School-age children
- License number
- #CER-00247968
Summary
4 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Oct 10, 2025: 5 rules cited
Rules cited on 4 of 4 visits · 22 rules in all · 22 corrected
- Health, medication and illness 6
- Building, equipment and play areas 4
- Safety and hazards 4
- Supervision and ratios 4
- Background checks 2
- Staff training and qualifications 1
- Records and paperwork 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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Oct 10, 2025Inspection5 rules cited
3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL
“Staff #1 completed mandated reporter training on 6/9/2025. which was more than 60 months following the date of their previous training on 1/16/2020.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 22, 2025
3270.151(c)(3)/3270.151(c)(5) Exam communicable disease/Physician/CRNP assessment
“The record for staff #2 did not include the physician's or CRNP's assessment of the person's suitability to provide child care, and an examination for communicable diseases and the results of that examination.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 22, 2025
3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test
“The record for staff #1 included a current health assessment dated more than 24 months following the date of their previous health assessment.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 22, 2025
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“The record for staff #3, who has resided outside of Pennsylvania in the past 5 years, did not include child abuse clearances and a sex offender registry check from the states in which they resided.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 22, 2025
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“A water-stained ceiling tile was observed in the hallway and room #5. The bolts on the toilet in the bathroom off room #2 were not covered.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 22, 2025
Oct 21, 2024Inspection7 rules cited
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“According to the information documented on the fire drill and fire detection log, the fire detection system testing had not been tested at least once every 30 days between 7/28 to 8/28/2024.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 21, 2024
3270.21 General Health and Safety
“Loose sheets were observed in a crib in room #3, which posed a potential suffocation risk for the infant using the equipment.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 21, 2024
3270.27(e) Letter to parents
“The parent letter did not include the facility's plan for accommodations for shelter of children during an emergency including lock-down and shelter in place at the facility; and accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 22, 2024
3270.103 Small Toys and Objects
“An open storage container with chickpeas, which are less than an inch in diameter, was observed in the older toddler area of the main room, and according to staff, the chickpeas were used by the older toddlers for an activity designed to develop their fine motor skills.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 21, 2024
3270.131(a)/3270.182(1) Health information/Initial and subsequent health reports
“The record for child #1 contained a current health report dated more than 60 days following the first day of attendance at the facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 21, 2024
3270.131(b)(1)/3270.182(1) Infant: updated health report every 6 months/Initial and subsequent health reports
“The record for child #2, a young toddler, contained a current health report dated more than 6 months following the date of their previous health report.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 21, 2024
3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test
“The record for staff person #1 included an initial health assessment conducted more than 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 23, 2024
Jul 25, 2024Inspection5 rules cited
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 first aid and CPR.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 12, 2024
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“The fire detection system was not tested at least once every 30 days during the period between 1/3 to 2/5/2024.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 29, 2024
3270.102(a) Clean and good repair
“A Little Tykes car in the outdoor play space had rough edges where a piece of plastic had broken off.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 29, 2024
3270.66(d) Toxic plants not permitted
“There were (3) Pothos plants, which are toxic to adults and children, observed in room #1.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 29, 2024
3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test
“The record for staff #1 lacked a current health assessment.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 30, 2024
Dec 29, 2023Inspection5 rules cited
3270.51/3270.113(a) Similar Age Level/Supervised at all times
“During naptime, staff #1 was observed leaving their assigned supervision group of 10 preschool children alone with no other staff present in room #6 for approximately 1-2 minutes to assist another preschool child in their assigned supervision group in the adjacent bathroom.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 8, 2024
3270.113(a)(1) Staff assigned to specific children
“During naptime, staff #1 was observed leaving their assigned supervision group of 10 preschool children alone with no other staff present in room #6 for approximately 1-2 minutes to assist another preschool child in their assigned supervision group in the adjacent bathroom.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 8, 2024
3270.111(b) Posted in group space
“A written plan of daily activities was not posted in room #1 and #4.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 8, 2024
3270.78/3270.113(a) Lighting/Supervised at all times
“In room #6, the lighting during naptime was not sufficient enough for staff #1 to be able to supervise their assigned group of 11 preschool children.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 8, 2024
3270.103 Small Toys and Objects
“A stuffed toy with removable eyes less than 1 inch in diameter and labeled for children 3 years or older was observed in a storage container in the younger toddler area of room #2, accessible and posing a choking hazard to children who are still placing objects in their mouths.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 8, 2024
Sep 12, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
3270.21 General Health and Safety
“Sharp adult scissors were observed in an unlocked desk drawer in the preschool room, where they would be accessible and pose a potential hazard to the health and safety of the children.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 12, 2023
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FAQ
Questions about Mini Minds Childcare and Early Learning Center
Is Mini Minds Childcare and Early Learning Center licensed?
Yes. Mini Minds Childcare and Early Learning Center is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
When was Mini Minds Childcare and Early Learning Center last inspected?
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on October 10, 2025, with 5 rules cited. It lists 4 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Mini Minds Childcare and Early Learning Center had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 22 rules across 4 of 4 visits in the last 3 years; 22 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 Mini Minds Childcare and Early Learning Center care for?
83, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve school-age children.
Does Mini Minds Childcare and Early Learning Center accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Mini Minds Childcare and Early Learning Center's hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Mini Minds Childcare and Early Learning Center cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (412) 788-2273 to ask.
What is Mini Minds Childcare and Early Learning Center's phone number?
(412) 788-2273.
Where is Mini Minds Childcare and Early Learning Center?
7144 Steubenville Pike, Oakdale, PA 15071. The nearest other daycare we list is Alphabet Tree Oakdale, 1.6 miles away.