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Munchkin University Childcare Center South
- licensed capacity
- 94
- open each week
- 5 days
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About Munchkin University Childcare Center South
Munchkin University Childcare Center South is a child care center in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 94 children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:30 PM.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 3 visits in the last 3 years and cited 21 rules across 3 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
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- Hours today
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 94 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 6:00 AM to 6:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:00 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:00 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Thursday | 6:00 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Friday | 6:00 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Licensed capacity | 94 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Munchkin University Childcare Center South has not listed its tuition.
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State record
Inspection reports for Munchkin University Childcare Center South
License
- Status
- Certified by the state and operating
- License type
- Certificate of Compliance
- Capacity
- 94 children
- License number
- #CER-00248488
Summary
3 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Oct 9, 2025: 8 rules cited
Rules cited on 3 of 3 visits · 21 rules in all · 21 corrected
- Health, medication and illness 7
- Background checks 4
- Safety and hazards 3
- Records and paperwork 2
- Building, equipment and play areas 2
- Staff training and qualifications 2
- Food and nutrition 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 9, 2025Inspection8 rules cited
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“The two most recent annual fire detection system inspection reports are dated 9.20.24 and 9.30.25, more than 12 months apart and is required annually as the provider is unable to test the alarm every 30 days.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 9, 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 person #1 does not include documentation of a health assessment being completed within 12 months prior to date of hire (See LIS CODE SHEET).”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 18, 2025
3270.123(a)(1) Amount of fee
“The agreement on file for Child #2 does not include the amount of the fee to be paid by the parent/guardian.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 16, 2025
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“There was a hole in the flooring in the preschool room, posing a potential tripping hazard.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 9, 2025
3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible
“The cupboard under the changing table in the infant room containing toxics labeled "Keep out of reach of children" was not latched, making the toxics accessible to children.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 9, 2025
3270.33(a)/3270.192(2)(ii) Each staff person meets quals/Exp, educ., training prior to facility
“The file for Staff person #2, who is classified as an aide, does not include a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate; or a minimum of an 8th grade education and 2 years of experience with children.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 14, 2025
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“The file for Staff person #1 includes an incomplete criminal history clearance that did not include a dissemination date, (See LIS Code Sheet), making it invalid.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 20, 2025
3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(3) Immunization record/Dismissal policy
“The immunization record on file for Child #1, who is 3 years old, includes 1 of 2 Hepatitis A vaccines recommended by the ACIP for a child this age.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 10, 2025
May 29, 2025Inspection6 rules cited
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): Pediatric First Aid/Pediatric CPR; the training was completed on 2.17.25.”
Correction date in the state record: May 29, 2025
3270.133(3) Name on bottle
“There was a bottle of Tylenol in the young toddler area that was not labeled with the name of the child for whom the medication was intended.”
Correction date in the state record: May 30, 2025
3270.82(h) Handwashing signs
“A staff person in the toddler area, where no source of running water is located for handwashing stated she uses hand sanitizer to clean the children's hands before eating and after diapering.”
Correction date in the state record: May 30, 2025
3270.67(d) Contaminated trash in closed plastic-lined receptacle
“There was no lidded trashcan in the Preschool room where children were observed throwing away disposable cups after drinking water and where food remains were observed.”
Correction date in the state record: May 30, 2025
3270.133(6) Written consent
“There was teething gel in the Infant classroom which did not have written parental permission to administer.”
Correction date in the state record: May 30, 2025
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“The file for Staff person #2 includes an incomplete criminal history clearance that did not include a dissemination date, (See LIS Code Sheet), making it invalid.”
Correction date in the state record: May 30, 2025
Oct 22, 2024Inspection7 rules cited
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“The file for staff person #2 included documentation of application for an NSOR certificate following the first date working with children (See IS CODE SHEET) required for provisional hiring under the CPSL; The application is dated 4.6.24 and the NSOR certificate is dated 5.8.24.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 22, 2024
3270.82(e) Toilet and sinks proper height
“The sink used for handwashing in the Main childcare space, in the young toddler area, did not include a stool for the children to utilize when washing their hands, but rather, a staff person was observed holding a young toddler over the sink to wash their hands.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 22, 2024
3270.107 Refrigerator
“There was no thermometer in the refrigerator in the infant room where infant bottles are stored.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 22, 2024
3270.124(c) Each child care space
“There were emergency contact forms in the Main childcare space for 3 children that could not be read, as the copies were too faint.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 22, 2024
3270.135(a)(3) Disposable diapers
“While observing diaper changes in the Main childcare space, in the toddler diaper changing area, a staff person was observed opening the hands free can for diaper disposal with their hands.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 22, 2024
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“The two most recent annual fire detection system inspection reports are dated 9.15.23 and 9.20.24, more than 1 year apart and is required annually as the provider is unable to test the alarm every 30 days.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 22, 2024
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“The file for staff person #1 did not include a Criminal History clearance, Child Abuse clearance, and state Sex Offender registry search from Washington DC, where Staff person #1 resided in the 5 years prior to hire (See IS CODE SHEET) required for provisional hiring under the CPSL.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 22, 2024
Oct 11, 2023Inspection10 rules cited
3270.134(d) Liquid or powdered soap
“One restroom in the lobby area lacked soap.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 11, 2023
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“The facility lacked a written policy addressing the recognition and prevention of shaken baby syndrome, abusive head trauma and maltreatment of children as required by Announcement C-22-03.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 16, 2023
3270.133(3) Name on bottle
“Motrin observed in the infant room was not labeled with the name of the child it was intended for. The medication was in a baggy, which was labeled for child #3, but the medication bottle itself was not labeled.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 11, 2023
3270.102(a)/3270.103 Clean and good repair/Small Toys and Objects
“Three nap mats stored in the PS restrooms were observed to have cracks and tears which exposed the inner foam filling.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 11, 2023
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“Staff #1 did not complete the 1 hour training titled Pennsylvania Health and Safety Update 2022 by 12/30/22, the deadline set forth in Announcement C-22-06. Current training dated 10/09/23 is now on file.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 9, 2023
3270.151(c)(2)/3270.192(3) Mantoux TB/Health assessment, TB test
“The file for staff #2 contained results from a TB screening conducted more than 12 months before their date of rehire.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 31, 2023
3270.106(f) 2 feet apart
“Two cribs in use by children in the infant room lacked 2 feet of space on 3 sides. An inclined chair was observed between the two cribs.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 11, 2023
3270.106(a) Clean, age appropriate
“In the infant room, child #2 was observed asleep in crib that was labeled for child #3.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 11, 2023
3270.102(a) Clean and good repair
“In the preschool room, a red Lego roof piece with a broken corner was observed. The break created sharp edges on the plastic.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 11, 2023
3270.124(b)(2) Physician name, address, phone
“The emergency contact form for child #1 did not include the telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 11, 2023
Oct 4, 2022Inspection11 rules cited
3270.82(g) Clean and good repair
“The faucets on two sinks in the toddler area were not fully attached to the sink creating pinch points. Cracked porcelain with sharp edges was observed in the basin of the rear sink in the corner of the room.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 5, 2022
3270.104(a) Clean, good repair, proper size
“A broken child size couch was observed in the right hand PS area. The fabric seat was ripped where it supports weight and the right arm was not attached to the frame.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 4, 2022
3270.31(e)(4)(ii)/3270.192(2)(iii) Fire safety - 1 yr./Exp, educ., training at facility
“The file for staff #4 contained consecutive fire safety trainings conducted more than 12 months apart. The training certificates were dated 3/27/21 and 5/23/22.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 4, 2022
3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training
“Staff person #3 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Health and safety training topics 1-9. The certificate on file was titled Health and Safety Basics: Requirements for Certification and was dated 1/22/19 which is after the validity date of 6/30/18.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 29, 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 #4 contained consecutive health assessments conducted more than 24 months apart. The most recent health assessment on file is now current.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 4, 2022
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“The file for staff #2 contained clearances which were not updated within 60 months as required. This is evidenced by the previous state police clearance being dated 1/25/17 and the updated state police clearance being dated 2/6/22. The previous child abuse clearance being dated 1/27/17 and the updated child abuse clearance being dated 2/17/22. And the previous FBI clearance being dated 2/07/17 and the updated FBI clearance being dated 2/21/22. The clearances on file for staff #2 are now current. The file for staff #6 contained a state police clearance and a child abuse clearance obtained for the purpose of volunteering. Staff #6 was observed alone with children on the day of the inspection.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 4, 2022
3270.31(e)/3270.192(2)(iii) Age and Training/Exp, educ., training at facility
“Based on documentation on file, staff #1 completed 2 of the 12 hours of training annually., however 10 hours were completed late. The training on file for staff #1 is now current.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 4, 2022
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“The facility's annual inspections of the fire alarm system were conducted more than 12 months apart. The reports are dated 8/26/21 and 9/30/22.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 4, 2022
3270.27(a)(6) Emergency plan
“An emergency drill has not been conducted. The deadline for an initial drill was 12/19/21.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 5, 2022
3270.151(c)(5) Physician/CRNP assessment
“The file for staff #5 contained a health assessment which did not include the physician's or CRNP's assessment of the person's suitability to provide child care.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 5, 2022
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“The facility's emergency plan did not address continuity of business operations.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 5, 2022
Oct 7, 2021Inspection1 rule cited
3270.31(f)(10)/3270.192(2)(iii) Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR/Exp, educ., training at facility
“The file for staff #1 lacks current first aid and CPR training.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 15, 2021
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FAQ
Questions about Munchkin University Childcare Center South
Is Munchkin University Childcare Center South licensed?
Yes. Munchkin University Childcare Center South is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
When was Munchkin University Childcare Center South last inspected?
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on October 9, 2025, with 8 rules cited. It lists 3 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Munchkin University Childcare Center South had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 21 rules across 3 of 3 visits in the last 3 years; 21 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 Munchkin University Childcare Center South care for?
94, the licensed capacity on the state record.
Does Munchkin University Childcare Center South accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Munchkin University Childcare Center South's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:30 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Munchkin University Childcare Center South cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (412) 881-8864 to ask.
What is Munchkin University Childcare Center South's phone number?
(412) 881-8864.
Where is Munchkin University Childcare Center South?
4411 Stilley Rd, Pittsburgh, PA 15227. The nearest other daycare we list is Children Academy International, 0.4 miles away.