Learning and Educational Daycare
212 E 8th Ave, Homestead, PA
5.0· 6 reviews
MOOKS Childcare Center
- licensed capacity
- 65
- open each week
- 5 days
- daily, posted tuition
- $36.42
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About
About MOOKS Childcare Center
MOOKS Childcare Center is a child care center in Homestead, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 65 children, serving school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM. It describes a STEM / STEAM approach, with after-school care, before-school care, full-time care and part-time care. It lists daily tuition of $36.42.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 4 visits in the last 3 years and cited 25 rules across 4 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- School-age children
- Hours today
- 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 65 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 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 | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | School-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Programs | After-school care, before-school care, full-time care, part-time care, preschool, summer camp and toddler care |
| Approach | STEM / STEAM |
| Curriculum | Experience Curriculum |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Assistance it accepts | ELRC |
| Licensed capacity | 65 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
MOOKS Childcare Center lists daily tuition of $36.42.
| Daily · program, in its own words | Price |
|---|---|
| School Age Before/After School, per day | $36.42 |
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State record
Inspection reports for MOOKS Childcare Center
License
- Status
- Certified by the state and operating
- License type
- Certificate of Compliance
- Capacity
- 65 children
- Ages
- School-age children
- License number
- #CER-00257054
Summary
4 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit May 8, 2026: 1 rule cited
Rules cited on 4 of 4 visits · 25 rules in all · 25 corrected
- Safety and hazards 7
- Building, equipment and play areas 6
- Records and paperwork 3
- Health, medication and illness 3
- Food and nutrition 2
- Discipline and child guidance 1
- Background checks 1
- Staff training and qualifications 1
- Supervision and ratios 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 8, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
3270.107 Refrigerator
“The refrigerator, in the blue room, used for childcare was lacking an operating thermometer.”
Correction date in the state record: May 12, 2026
Sep 9, 2025Inspection7 rules cited
3270.123(a)(3) Services proceeded
“The Child Service Report(s) for child(ren) #1, #2, #3, #4 and #5 were/was lacking from the child(ren) file(s). (SEE LIS CODE SHEET)”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 29, 2025
3270.124(b)(3) Parent home/work address, phone
“The Emergency Contact Form for Child File #1 lacked the Enrolling Parent's Work Address and Work Number. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET)”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 30, 2025
3270.124(e) Written emergency plan posted
“The written emergency transportation plan was missing from the Blue and Purple Rooms.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 10, 2025
3270.182(2)/3270.182(8) Application, admission, withdrawal dates/Copy of initial and subsequent agreements. Parent receives original.
“The file for child #5 lacked a fee agreement form. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET)”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 3, 2025
3270.182(5) Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission
“The Emergency Contact Form for Child #4 lacked a signature for "Consent for Minor First Aid." (SEE LIS CODE SHEET)”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 30, 2025
3270.94(a)(1) Every 60 days
“The observed fire drill log contained drills held more than 60 days apart (02.25.2025 - 05.15.2025 79 Days).”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 9, 2025
3270.102(a) Clean and good repair
“On a wooden bookcase, right of entrance door was a gray lid on a clear bin with assorted toys was observed to be cracked posing a cutting hazard or pinch point.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 9, 2025
Apr 11, 2025Inspection3 rules cited
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“The facility's fire alarm test report documented testing of the fire alarm system between 10.25.2024 and 11.27.2024 (33 Days). The test conducted was more than 30 days apart.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 17, 2025
3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test
“The file for Staff #1 lacked a Health Assessment and TB Test. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET)”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 17, 2025
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“The file for Staff #1 lacked the PA State Police and Child Abuse Clearances. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET). The Child Abuse and FBI Clearances and the NSOR Certificate in the files for staff #2 were dated after their Date of Hire. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET). Staff File #1 lacked a Disclosure Statement. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET)”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 14, 2025
Sep 17, 2024Inspection14 rules cited
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“The facility's fire alarm test report documented testing of the fire alarm system between the following dates: 04/04/2024 - 05/08/2024 (34 Days), 05/09/2024 - 06/13/2024 (35 Days), 06/14/2024 - 07/17/2024 (33 Days), and 07/18/2024 - 08/30/2024 (42 Days). These tests conducted were more than 30 days apart.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 17, 2024
3270.94(a)(1) Every 60 days
“The observed fire drill log contained consecutive drills held more than 60 days apart. [11/07/2023 - 01/08/2024 (62 Days)]”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 17, 2024
3270.192(5) Two written references
“Staff #1 and #2 lacked two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 17, 2024
3270.124(c) Each child care space
“The Orange Room lacked the required emergency contact information for the children receiving care in the space.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 17, 2024
3270.104(a) Clean, good repair, proper size
“In the back of Orange Room, a small, child's, wooden table, with loose screws was causing the table to be unstable posing a toppling or fall hazard. In the front of the Blue Room was a highchair with loose screws was causing the highchair to be unstable posing a fall hazard.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 17, 2024
3270.102(a) Clean and good repair
“The toy, play kitchen's oven door's veneer was lifting which poses a cutting hazard for the children in the Purple Room.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 17, 2024
3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster
“In the back of the blue room, peeling paint was observed on the baseboards. On the lower, right corner of the glass block window in the women's restroom is peeling paint.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 22, 2024
3270.75(b) Inaccessible to children
“The First aid kit, in the Blue Room was hanging on a low hook making the first aid kit accessible to children.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 17, 2024
3270.82(h) Handwashing signs
“The second stall in men's restroom, lacked handwashing signs above the toilet and three (3) urinals. Two (2) stalls in the women's bathroom lacked handwashing signs above the toilets.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 17, 2024
3270.107 Refrigerator
“The refrigerator, in the blue room, used for childcare was lacking an operating thermometer.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 18, 2024
3270.61(c) 40 square feet wall-to-wall
“During the annual renewal inspection, it was observed that the blue room was being used as childcare space. The blue room was removed from the measured capacity as a usable childcare space in 2023.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 17, 2024
3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible
“In an unlocked, janitor's closet in the hallway, the following items were accessible to children and labeled "Keep out of the Reach of Children: a bottle of "Odoban" disinfecting cleaner, "Preempt" Disinfecting wipes, Jasco Lacquer Thinner and a tube of "Loctite Powergrab. In an unlocked, janitor's closet in the hallway was a hammer and drill which was accessible to children poses a crushing and puncture hazard, respectively. In an unlocked, janitor's closet in the hallway was an unlabeled, clear bottle of purple liquid which was accessible to children. In an unlocked, white cabinet in the men's bathroom, was a plastic container of "Preempt" disinfecting wipes which was labeled, "Keep out of the Reach of Children," was accessible to children.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 17, 2024
3270.21 General Health and Safety
“In the Orange Room, two (2) pair of adult scissors which were located in the unlocked teacher's top right and top left desk drawers was accessible to children posing a cutting hazard. In the Orange Room, a plastic container of push pins located in the unlocked, top left drawer of the teacher's desk was accessible to children posing a puncture and/or cutting hazard. In the Blue Room, a red, Scotch tape dispenser with a metal cutting edge which was located in a plastic, five (5) drawer cabinet near the windows was accessible to children which posed a cutting hazard. In the Blue Room, a staple was observed on the floor, in the back of the room, under the "Schedule" bulletin board was accessible to children which posed a cutting, puncture and/or choking hazard.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 17, 2024
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“The last stall, in the women's restroom, is crumbling concrete which poses a choking hazard.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 28, 2024
Sep 19, 2023Inspection13 rules cited
3270.31(e)(4)(ii) Fire safety - 1 yr.
“The last two fire safety trainings (03/01/2022 - 08/23/2023) in the file for Staff #1 are dated more than one year apart (See LIS code sheet).”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 28, 2023
3270.33(a)/3270.192(2)(ii) Each staff person meets quals/Exp, educ., training prior to facility
“The file for Staff #3 did not include hours/years of childcare experience making it unable to be determined if the individual qualified as an aide. (See LIS code sheet).”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 3, 2023
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 #2 lacked written parental consent for "Emergency Medical Care." (See LIS code sheet)”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 28, 2023
3270.27(d) Plan posted
“A copy of the facility's current Emergency Plan was not posted in a conspicuous place.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 28, 2023
3270.124(b)(6) Insurance coverage information
“The Emergency Contact Form for Child #2 lacked the Health Insurance/MA Coverage and Health Insurance/MA Policy Number. (See LIS code sheet)”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 29, 2023
3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(3) Immunization record/Dismissal policy
“The immunization records for Child #1 (YT) and Child #2 (OT) lacked yearly Influenza shots (2022 or 2023) with no Letter of Exemptions in their files. (See LIS code sheet). The immunization record in the file for Child #1 was dated more than 60 days after initial enrollment.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 28, 2023
3270.151(c)(1)/3270.192(3) Physical examination/Health assessment, TB test
“The Initial Health Assessment for Staff #2 was dated 09/01/2023 which is dated after Staff #2's hire date. The file for Staff #1 lacked an updated Health Assessment. (See LIS Code Sheet)”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 31, 2023
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“A Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome, Abusive Head Trauma, and Child Maltreatment policies were not available at the time of the inspection. The facilities Emergency Plan lacked an update to the following section: Continuity of Operations.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 12, 2023
3270.182(5) Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission
“The Emergency Contact Form for Child #1 and Child #2 lacked a signature for "Consent for Minor First Aid." (See LIS code sheet)”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 28, 2023
3270.94(a)(1) Every 60 days
“The facility's fire alarm test report documented testing of the fire alarm system between: 12/05/2022 - 02/15/2023 (72 Days); 02/16/2023 - 04/30/2023 (73 Days) and 05/01/2023 - 08/21/2023 (112 Days). The tests conducted were more than 30 days apart.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 28, 2023
3270.27(f) Emergency plan
“The facility files lacked proof of sending the Emergency Plan and subsequent plan updates to the local municipality; however, sent it to the Allegheny County Emergency Management Agency.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 28, 2023
3270.131(a)/3270.182(1) Health information/Initial and subsequent health reports
“The Health Assessment in the file for Child #1 was dated more than 60 days after initial enrollment.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 28, 2023
3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training
“Staff person #3 --- had not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (See LIS code sheet): Health and Safety Training. The file for Staff Person #3 contained training for first aid/CPR that was not conducted using the approved curriculum per the requirements of Announcement C-22-01 therefore, Staff Person #3 does not have valid Pediatric First Aid/CPR training.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 3, 2023
Nov 9, 2022Inspection1 rule cited
3270.54(a)/3270.54(c) Two facility persons present in facility/2nd person facility person if ratio allows
“Through a conversation with the operator, the operator disclosed she only has one staff person in the childcare facility due to another staff person not returning to work. The operator was advised to "suspend" childcare services until another staff person can be hired.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 16, 2022
Oct 4, 2022Inspection13 rules cited
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“Facility files lacked proof of purchase for the interconnected smoke detection system.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 4, 2022
3270.182(5) Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission
“The Emergency Contact Form for Child #1 and #5 lacked a signature for "Consent for Minor First Aid."”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 7, 2022
3270.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person
“The Emergency Contact form for child file #1 lacked the name, address and phone number of the listed release person. The Emergency Contact form for child files #2 lacked the address of the listed release person.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 7, 2022
3270.124(c) Each child care space
“The Blue, Orange, Gym and Purple rooms lacked the required emergency contact information for the children receiving care in the space.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 4, 2022
3270.124(b)(3) Parent home/work address, phone
“The Emergency Contact Form for Child File #1 lacked the Enrolling Parent's Work Address and Work Number.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 6, 2022
3270.124(b)(6) Insurance coverage information
“The Emergency Contact Form for Child #3 and #5 lacked the Health Insurance/MA Coverage and Health Insurance/MA Policy Number.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 7, 2022
3270.124(b)(4)/3270.182(3) Written consent/Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission
“The emergency contact form for Child #5 lacked written parental "Consent for Emergency Medical Care."”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 7, 2022
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“The last two Mandated Reporter Trainings for staff #1 were dated more than 60 months apart.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 6, 2022
3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible
“In the boy's restroom, an open bottle of "Fabuloso" cleaner labeled, "Labeled Keep Out of the Reach of Children" was found on top of the white cabinet in front of the windows which was not locked and accessible to children.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 4, 2022
3270.75(c) Has all items
“In the Blue Room the first-aid kit lacked soap.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 5, 2022
3270.102(a) Clean and good repair
“In the Orange Room, a yellow bin, with toys, had a chipped corner which posed a cutting hazard.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 4, 2022
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): Health and Safety.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 6, 2022
3270.131(a)/3270.131(e) Health information/ACIP recommended immunization record
“The Initial Child Health Report and Immunizations for Children #2, #3 and #4 enrolled for more than 60 days, was lacking from the child file.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 10, 2022
May 23, 2022Inspection14 rules cited
3270.21 General Health and Safety
“In the orange room, a hand crank pencil sharpener that was missing the pencil shavings cover, had exposed sharpening disks which were accessible to children and posed a cutting or finger crushing hazard.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 17, 2022
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“The file for Staff #2 lacked the FBI and Child Abuse clearances.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 8, 2022
3270.65 Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less
“On the orange room's back wall, next to the heater, the electrical outlet was missing two protective, receptacle covers which were accessible to children five years of age or younger. In the boy's restroom, next to the sink, the electrical outlet was missing two protective, receptacle covers which were accessible to children five years of age or younger.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 17, 2022
3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible
“In the boy's bathroom, on the floor in front of the shower, was a bottle of "Mean Green" cleaner labeled, "Keep out of the Reach of Children" was accessible to children.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 17, 2022
3270.72(d) Above ground window opening restricted to 6"
“The 14, second-floor, classroom windows were able to be opened more than six inches which allowed them to be opened without restrictions.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 17, 2022
3270.75(a) In child care spaces
“The first-aid kits were lacking from all childcare spaces within the facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 17, 2022
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“In the girl's restroom, in the first stall a vent needed properly secured to the side wall which posed a pinch point or cutting hazard. A wall vent, in the purple room, was observed to be loose posing a pinch point or cutting hazard. In the Orange Room, a large grate/vent was completely detached from the wall, exposing a large hole.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 17, 2022
3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster
“In the Playroom, peeling paint on the right wall, to the right of the room entrance door was observed.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 17, 2022
3270.82(h) Handwashing signs
“The boy's and girl's restrooms lacked posted handwashing signs at all toilets and sinks.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 17, 2022
3270.91(a) Stairs, exits, etc. unobstructed
“Two garbage cans of ceiling tiles, chairs, pieces of wood, boxes and various garbage bags were obstructing the walkway from the gym exit to the parking lot.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 17, 2022
3270.104(a) Clean, good repair, proper size
“In the Blue Room, loose screws were observed on a child's wooden changing table causing the changing table to be unstable posing a fall hazard.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 17, 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 lacked a Health Assessment and TB Test.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 8, 2022
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“Facility files lacked proof of purchase for the interconnected smoke detection system.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 17, 2022
3270.192(5) Two written references
“Staff #1 and #2 lacked two written, non-family references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 17, 2022
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FAQ
Questions about MOOKS Childcare Center
Is MOOKS Childcare Center licensed?
Yes. MOOKS Childcare Center is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
When was MOOKS Childcare Center last inspected?
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on May 8, 2026, with 1 rule cited. It lists 4 visits in the last 3 years.
Has MOOKS Childcare Center had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 25 rules across 4 of 4 visits in the last 3 years; 25 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 MOOKS Childcare Center care for?
65, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve school-age children.
Does MOOKS Childcare Center accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are MOOKS Childcare Center's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does MOOKS Childcare Center cost?
Daily tuition of $36.42, as it lists it.
What is MOOKS Childcare Center's phone number?
(412) 944-5434.
Where is MOOKS Childcare Center?
430 E 10th Ave, Homestead, PA 15120. The nearest other daycare we list is Mona’s Angels Childcare, 0.1 miles away.