Riverview Childrens Center
655 Sylvan Way, Verona, PA
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Riverstone Academy
- licensed capacity
- 115
- open each week
- 5 days
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About Riverstone Academy
Riverstone Academy is a child care center in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 115 children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 6 visits in the last 3 years and cited 89 rules across 6 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
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- Child care center
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- Hours today
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 115 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 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 |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Licensed capacity | 115 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
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State record
Inspection reports for Riverstone Academy
License
- Status
- Certified by the state and operating
- License type
- Certificate of Compliance (provisional)
- Capacity
- 115 children
- License number
- #CER-00243528
Summary
6 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Aug 24, 2026: 1 rule cited
Rules cited on 6 of 6 visits · 89 rules in all · 77 corrected
- Records and paperwork 16
- Building, equipment and play areas 16
- Safety and hazards 13
- Staff training and qualifications 12
- Supervision and ratios 11
- Health, medication and illness 11
- Background checks 3
- Safe sleep 3
- Transportation 2
- Food and nutrition 1
- Discipline and child guidance 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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Aug 24, 2026Visit1 rule cited
3270.113(a) Supervised at all times
“SECOND CITATION. During naptime in Classroom #1, the Infant Nap Room, Staff Person #1 was observed to be supervising 1 infant and 3 young toddlers. A source of natural or artificial light was not present in the classrooms to allow the Staff to properly see and assess children in their care. FACILITY PREVIOUSLY CITED ON 3.25.26.”
Jul 30, 2026Inspection3 rules cited
3270.33(a)/3270.192(2)(ii) Each staff person meets quals/Exp, educ., training prior to facility
“The file for Staff Person #2 lacked verification of 30 college credits or 2500 hours of experience to qualify them for the position they were observed to be performing at the time of the inspection.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 30, 2026
3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL
“The files for Staff Person's #1 and #2 lacked signed disclosure statement prior to starting in a child care taking position at the facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 30, 2026
3270.151(c)(3) Exam communicable disease
“The current health report on file for Staff Person #3 lacked information regarding an examination for communicable diseases and the results of that examination.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 30, 2026
May 7, 2026Inspection39 rules cited
3270.171(c) Safe routes posted
“Written notification of safe routes was not posted in a conspicuous location in the child care facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 30, 2026
3270.181(c) Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos
“The updates to the emergency contact forms and financial agreements on file for Child #1 exceeded 6 months. The emergency contact forms on file for Child #1 were dated 4.15.25 and 3.12.26 and the most recent update to the agreement was 8.5.25. The file for Child #2 lacked a prior emergency contact form prior to the most recent dated 12.15.25. The updates to the financial agreements on file for Child #2 exceeded 6 months between 5.7.25 and 3.12.26. The updates to the emergency contact forms and financial agreements of file for Child #3 exceeded 6 months between 4.2025 and 3.12.2026.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 30, 2026
3270.183(a) Locked cabinet
“The children's records were observed on top of the desk in the office. The child records were not stored in a locked cabinet at the time of the inspection.”
Correction date in the state record: May 27, 2026
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“The facility has exceeded 30 days since their last documented fire alarm testing on 3.12.26.”
Correction date in the state record: May 7, 2026
3270.31(e) Age and Training
“The file for Staff Person #3 lacked 7 of their required 12 hours of child care training during their respective training year of 12.2024 and 12. 2025. The file for Staff Person #4 lacked 3 of their required 12 hours of child care training during their respective training year of 1.2025 and 1.2026. The file for Staff Person #5 lacked 12 hours of child care training during their respective training year of 8.2024 and 8.2025.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 30, 2026
3270.113(a) Supervised at all times
“SECOND CITATION. During naptime in Classroom #1, the Infant Nap Room, Staff Person #2 was observed to be supervising 1 infant and 3 young toddlers. A source of natural or artificial light was not present in the classrooms to allow the Staff to properly see and assess children in their care. FACILITY PREVIOUSLY CITED ON 3.25.26.”
3270.171(a) Pick-up and drop-off points
“The facility lacked verification that they had submitted a letter to the local traffic safety authorities of the location of the facility and the program's use of pedestrian and vehicular routes around the child care facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 30, 2026
3270.111(b) Posted in group space
“A written plan of daily activities was not posted in Classrooms #1, #2, #4, #5, #6, #7 and #8.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 30, 2026
3270.106(a) Clean, age appropriate
“The rest equipment used for children receiving care in Classroom's #3 and #5 were not labeled for use of a specific child.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 30, 2026
3270.105 High Chairs
“In Classroom #3, four toddlers were observed to be seated in adjustable height toddler feeding tables without the safety straps in place. Another toddler was observed to be seated in a highchair without the safety strap engaged. SECOND CITATION. THE FACILITY WAS PREVIOUSLY CITED ON 3.25.26.”
Correction date in the state record: May 8, 2026
3270.104(a) Clean, good repair, proper size
“A child size plastic chair was observed to be missing one of the legs in Classroom #4. A white shelving cabinet was observed in Classroom #6, outside Classroom #7, was observed to have a shelf that had not been secured to ensure that a child does not pull it and cause a potential injury.”
Correction date in the state record: May 27, 2026
3270.102(a) Clean and good repair
“A torn changing pad, resulting in foam to be exposed, was observed outside the restrooms in Classroom #6. In Classroom #7, slat on a wooden bin containing books was observed to be broken.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 30, 2026
3270.82(h) Handwashing signs
“A hand washing sign was missing from one of the changing tables in Classroom #3.”
Correction date in the state record: May 27, 2026
3270.82(h)/3270.134(a) Handwashing signs/Child's hands washed
“Children in Classroom #3 were observed to be served an AM snack without their hands being washed prior. Staff were observed to wipe the children's hands with a wipe prior to eating their snack. In Classroom #2, Young Toddlers, who were determined to be able children, were also having their hands wiped after diapering and before eating.”
Correction date in the state record: May 7, 2026
3270.123(a) Signed
“The financial agreement on file for Child #4 lacked a parental signature.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 30, 2026
3270.78 Lighting
“Staff Person #2 was observed to be supervising 3 young toddler and 1 infant in Classroom1, Infant Nap. A source of natural or artificial light was not present in the classroom to allow Staff Person #2 to see the children which impacted their ability to properly supervised. SECOND CITATION. FACILITY PREVIOIUSLY CITED ON 3.25.26.”
Correction date in the state record: May 7, 2026
3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster
“Areas of peeling paint were observed on the wall outside the kitchen area in Classroom #6. SECOND CITATION. FACILITY PREVIOUSLY CITED ON 3.25.26. An area of damaged plaster was observed on the corner of the wall in Classroom #6, just outside of Classroom #8.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 30, 2026
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“The carpeted area in Classroom #6 was observed to have a significant amount of dust, hair and debris present. The steps leading between the Main Floor, Middle Floor and Gross Motor Classroom Floor were observed to have a significant amount of dust and dirt along the edges and corners of the steps. A shelf to the right of the window in Classroom #5 was observed to be tilted from the wall. Upon observation it was noted that the screws attached to the bracket and the wall had loosed and were no longer flush to the wall and were exposed causing the shelf to be slightly detached. SECOND CITATION. FACILITY PREVIOUSLY CITED ON 3.25.26.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 30, 2026
3270.75(c) Has all items
“The first aid kit in Classroom #1, Infant Nap Room, only contained one adhesive bandages. An assortment is required. The first aid kit in Classroom #4 lacked tweezers.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 30, 2026
3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible
“A bottle of Pinesol cleaner was observed on the shelf next to the changing table in Classroom #3. The Pinesol could be accessible to preschool children receiving care in the classroom.”
Correction date in the state record: May 7, 2026
3270.65 Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less
“A wall power strip in Classroom #3 was observed to be missing protective receptacle covers for two of the electrical outlets.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 1, 2026
3270.31(e)(4)(ii) Fire safety - 1 yr.
“The files for Staff Person's #3 and #4 lacked verification that they had completed annual fire safety training. The most recent fire safety training on file for Staff Person #3 was dated 3.27.25 and the most recent fire safety training on file for Staff Person #4 was dated 4.2.25. The fire safety trainings on file for Staff Person #5 exceeded 12 months between trainings on 5.19.24 and 3.16.26.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 30, 2026
3270.27(c) Training regarding plan
“Verification that Staff Persons #1 had received emergency plan training within 90 days of starting at the facility was not present at the time of the inspection. SECOND CITATION. FACILITY PREVIOUSLY CITED ON 3.25.26. The files for Staff Person's #3 and #4 lacked verification that they had received emergency plan training in regard to the plan developed by the Legal Entity within the last 12 months. The most recent emergency plan trainings on files for Staff Persons #3 and #4 were dated 3.25.25 and were completed with the prior Legal Entity.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 30, 2026
3270.27(a) Emergency plan
“The facility was unable to locate the emergency plan at the time of the inspection to allow for review. SECOND CITATION. FACILITY PREVIOULSY CITED ON 3.25.26.”
Correction date in the state record: May 27, 2026
3270.25(b) Post the inspection summary
“A copy of the allocated unannounced inspection summary from 3.25.26 was not posted in a conspicuous location used by the parents. The Department had not verified that all regulatory noncompliance had been corrected.”
Correction date in the state record: May 27, 2026
3270.21 General Health and Safety
“Loose crib sheets were observed on 5 cribs in Classroom #1, the Infant Nap Room, and on two cribs in Classroom #5. The loose crib sheets caused a threat to the health and safety of children.”
Correction date in the state record: May 8, 2026
3270.18(a) On file at facility
“A copy of the current liability insurance policy was not available for review at the time of the inspection.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 30, 2026
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“The policy on the prevention of shaken baby and abusive head trauma was not available at the time of the inspection to allow for review.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 30, 2026
3270.123(a)(4) Arrival/departure times
“The financial agreement on file for Child #4 did not specify the arrival and departure times.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 30, 2026
3270.123(a)(5) Designated release persons
“The financial agreement on file for Child #4 lacked the designated release persons to whom the child may be released.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 30, 2026
3270.123(a)(6) Admission date
“The financial agreement on file for Child #4 lacked the date of admission.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 30, 2026
3270.123(b) Parent receives original
“The financial agreement on file for Child #4 was observed to be an original agreement.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 30, 2026
3270.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person
“The emergency contact form for Child #1 lacked the addresses for the release people listed.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 30, 2026
3270.124(e) Written emergency plan posted
“The written emergency transportation plan was not posted in Classrooms #1, #2, #5, #6, or #7.”
Correction date in the state record: May 27, 2026
3270.135(a)(3) Disposable diapers
“A soiled diaper was observed in the garbage can attached to the wall in the restroom in Classroom #3. The attached garbage can was not hands free to allow for appropriate disposal of a soiled diaper. SECOND CITATION. THE FACILITY WAS PREVIOUSLY CITED ON 3.25.26.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 30, 2026
3270.166(4) Bottles labeled
“Two unlabeled bottles, intended for an infant in care, were observed in the refrigerator in Classroom #2.”
Correction date in the state record: May 7, 2026
3270.37(c) Aides supervised all times
“Based on interviews it was determined that Staff Person #2, who is qualified as an Aide, has been unsupervised while caring for children. This is reported to happen during the times that the other staff take their lunch breaks.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 8, 2026
3270.55(b) Other staff on premises
“Based on staff interviews and a subsequent observation by Certification Representative, it was determined that staff members who are on duty but not actively providing care during nap time have left the facility during their breaks. This practice was directly observed by Certification Representative when Staff Person #2 left the facility to take a lunch break.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 10, 2026
3270.52 Mixed Age Level
“2ND CITATION: On 5.7.26, at approximately 8:36am in Classroom 3, Staff Person's #1 and #2 were observed to be caring for a mixed age group that were identified to include 1 infant, 7 young toddlers and 1 older toddler. Staff Person #3 was observed to be caring for a mixed age group that they identified to include 1 older toddler and 5 preschool age children. Between 8:47 and 8:52am an additional young toddler, older toddler and preschool age child arrived. At 8:59am Staff Person #3 was observed to be caring for a mixed age group that included 1 older toddler and 6 preschool age children. Staff Person's #1 and #2 were observed to be caring for a mixed age group that included 1 infant, 8 young toddlers and 2 older toddlers. On 5.8.2026, at approximately 8:39am in Classroom 3, Staff Person's #1 and #2 were observed to be caring for a mixed age group that included 1 infant, 8 young toddlers and 1 older toddler. PREVIOUSLY CITED ON 3.25.26.”
May 7, 2026Complaint investigation39 rules cited
3270.171(c) Safe routes posted
“Written notification of safe routes was not posted in a conspicuous location in the child care facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 30, 2026
3270.181(c) Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos
“The updates to the emergency contact forms and financial agreements on file for Child #1 exceeded 6 months. The emergency contact forms on file for Child #1 were dated 4.15.25 and 3.12.26 and the most recent update to the agreement was 8.5.25. The file for Child #2 lacked a prior emergency contact form prior to the most recent dated 12.15.25. The updates to the financial agreements on file for Child #2 exceeded 6 months between 5.7.25 and 3.12.26. The updates to the emergency contact forms and financial agreements of file for Child #3 exceeded 6 months between 4.2025 and 3.12.2026.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 30, 2026
3270.183(a) Locked cabinet
“The children's records were observed on top of the desk in the office. The child records were not stored in a locked cabinet at the time of the inspection.”
Correction date in the state record: May 27, 2026
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“The facility has exceeded 30 days since their last documented fire alarm testing on 3.12.26.”
Correction date in the state record: May 7, 2026
3270.31(e) Age and Training
“The file for Staff Person #3 lacked 7 of their required 12 hours of child care training during their respective training year of 12.2024 and 12. 2025. The file for Staff Person #4 lacked 3 of their required 12 hours of child care training during their respective training year of 1.2025 and 1.2026. The file for Staff Person #5 lacked 12 hours of child care training during their respective training year of 8.2024 and 8.2025.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 30, 2026
3270.113(a) Supervised at all times
“SECOND CITATION. During naptime in Classroom #1, the Infant Nap Room, Staff Person #2 was observed to be supervising 1 infant and 3 young toddlers. A source of natural or artificial light was not present in the classrooms to allow the Staff to properly see and assess children in their care. FACILITY PREVIOUSLY CITED ON 3.25.26.”
3270.171(a) Pick-up and drop-off points
“The facility lacked verification that they had submitted a letter to the local traffic safety authorities of the location of the facility and the program's use of pedestrian and vehicular routes around the child care facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 30, 2026
3270.111(b) Posted in group space
“A written plan of daily activities was not posted in Classrooms #1, #2, #4, #5, #6, #7 and #8.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 30, 2026
3270.106(a) Clean, age appropriate
“The rest equipment used for children receiving care in Classroom's #3 and #5 were not labeled for use of a specific child.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 30, 2026
3270.105 High Chairs
“In Classroom #3, four toddlers were observed to be seated in adjustable height toddler feeding tables without the safety straps in place. Another toddler was observed to be seated in a highchair without the safety strap engaged. SECOND CITATION. THE FACILITY WAS PREVIOUSLY CITED ON 3.25.26.”
Correction date in the state record: May 8, 2026
3270.104(a) Clean, good repair, proper size
“A child size plastic chair was observed to be missing one of the legs in Classroom #4. A white shelving cabinet was observed in Classroom #6, outside Classroom #7, was observed to have a shelf that had not been secured to ensure that a child does not pull it and cause a potential injury.”
Correction date in the state record: May 27, 2026
3270.102(a) Clean and good repair
“A torn changing pad, resulting in foam to be exposed, was observed outside the restrooms in Classroom #6. In Classroom #7, slat on a wooden bin containing books was observed to be broken.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 30, 2026
3270.82(h) Handwashing signs
“A hand washing sign was missing from one of the changing tables in Classroom #3.”
Correction date in the state record: May 27, 2026
3270.82(h)/3270.134(a) Handwashing signs/Child's hands washed
“Children in Classroom #3 were observed to be served an AM snack without their hands being washed prior. Staff were observed to wipe the children's hands with a wipe prior to eating their snack. In Classroom #2, Young Toddlers, who were determined to be able children, were also having their hands wiped after diapering and before eating.”
Correction date in the state record: May 7, 2026
3270.123(a) Signed
“The financial agreement on file for Child #4 lacked a parental signature.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 30, 2026
3270.78 Lighting
“Staff Person #2 was observed to be supervising 3 young toddler and 1 infant in Classroom1, Infant Nap. A source of natural or artificial light was not present in the classroom to allow Staff Person #2 to see the children which impacted their ability to properly supervised. SECOND CITATION. FACILITY PREVIOIUSLY CITED ON 3.25.26.”
Correction date in the state record: May 7, 2026
3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster
“Areas of peeling paint were observed on the wall outside the kitchen area in Classroom #6. SECOND CITATION. FACILITY PREVIOUSLY CITED ON 3.25.26. An area of damaged plaster was observed on the corner of the wall in Classroom #6, just outside of Classroom #8.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 30, 2026
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“The carpeted area in Classroom #6 was observed to have a significant amount of dust, hair and debris present. The steps leading between the Main Floor, Middle Floor and Gross Motor Classroom Floor were observed to have a significant amount of dust and dirt along the edges and corners of the steps. A shelf to the right of the window in Classroom #5 was observed to be tilted from the wall. Upon observation it was noted that the screws attached to the bracket and the wall had loosed and were no longer flush to the wall and were exposed causing the shelf to be slightly detached. SECOND CITATION. FACILITY PREVIOUSLY CITED ON 3.25.26.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 30, 2026
3270.75(c) Has all items
“The first aid kit in Classroom #1, Infant Nap Room, only contained one adhesive bandages. An assortment is required. The first aid kit in Classroom #4 lacked tweezers.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 30, 2026
3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible
“A bottle of Pinesol cleaner was observed on the shelf next to the changing table in Classroom #3. The Pinesol could be accessible to preschool children receiving care in the classroom.”
Correction date in the state record: May 7, 2026
3270.65 Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less
“A wall power strip in Classroom #3 was observed to be missing protective receptacle covers for two of the electrical outlets.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 1, 2026
3270.31(e)(4)(ii) Fire safety - 1 yr.
“The files for Staff Person's #3 and #4 lacked verification that they had completed annual fire safety training. The most recent fire safety training on file for Staff Person #3 was dated 3.27.25 and the most recent fire safety training on file for Staff Person #4 was dated 4.2.25. The fire safety trainings on file for Staff Person #5 exceeded 12 months between trainings on 5.19.24 and 3.16.26.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 30, 2026
3270.27(c) Training regarding plan
“Verification that Staff Persons #1 had received emergency plan training within 90 days of starting at the facility was not present at the time of the inspection. SECOND CITATION. FACILITY PREVIOUSLY CITED ON 3.25.26. The files for Staff Person's #3 and #4 lacked verification that they had received emergency plan training in regard to the plan developed by the Legal Entity within the last 12 months. The most recent emergency plan trainings on files for Staff Persons #3 and #4 were dated 3.25.25 and were completed with the prior Legal Entity.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 30, 2026
3270.27(a) Emergency plan
“The facility was unable to locate the emergency plan at the time of the inspection to allow for review. SECOND CITATION. FACILITY PREVIOULSY CITED ON 3.25.26.”
Correction date in the state record: May 27, 2026
3270.25(b) Post the inspection summary
“A copy of the allocated unannounced inspection summary from 3.25.26 was not posted in a conspicuous location used by the parents. The Department had not verified that all regulatory noncompliance had been corrected.”
Correction date in the state record: May 27, 2026
3270.21 General Health and Safety
“Loose crib sheets were observed on 5 cribs in Classroom #1, the Infant Nap Room, and on two cribs in Classroom #5. The loose crib sheets caused a threat to the health and safety of children.”
Correction date in the state record: May 8, 2026
3270.18(a) On file at facility
“A copy of the current liability insurance policy was not available for review at the time of the inspection.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 30, 2026
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“The policy on the prevention of shaken baby and abusive head trauma was not available at the time of the inspection to allow for review.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 30, 2026
3270.123(a)(4) Arrival/departure times
“The financial agreement on file for Child #4 did not specify the arrival and departure times.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 30, 2026
3270.123(a)(5) Designated release persons
“The financial agreement on file for Child #4 lacked the designated release persons to whom the child may be released.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 30, 2026
3270.123(a)(6) Admission date
“The financial agreement on file for Child #4 lacked the date of admission.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 30, 2026
3270.123(b) Parent receives original
“The financial agreement on file for Child #4 was observed to be an original agreement.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 30, 2026
3270.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person
“The emergency contact form for Child #1 lacked the addresses for the release people listed.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 30, 2026
3270.124(e) Written emergency plan posted
“The written emergency transportation plan was not posted in Classrooms #1, #2, #5, #6, or #7.”
Correction date in the state record: May 27, 2026
3270.135(a)(3) Disposable diapers
“A soiled diaper was observed in the garbage can attached to the wall in the restroom in Classroom #3. The attached garbage can was not hands free to allow for appropriate disposal of a soiled diaper. SECOND CITATION. THE FACILITY WAS PREVIOUSLY CITED ON 3.25.26.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 30, 2026
3270.166(4) Bottles labeled
“Two unlabeled bottles, intended for an infant in care, were observed in the refrigerator in Classroom #2.”
Correction date in the state record: May 7, 2026
3270.37(c) Aides supervised all times
“Based on interviews it was determined that Staff Person #2, who is qualified as an Aide, has been unsupervised while caring for children. This is reported to happen during the times that the other staff take their lunch breaks.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 8, 2026
3270.55(b) Other staff on premises
“Based on staff interviews and a subsequent observation by Certification Representative, it was determined that staff members who are on duty but not actively providing care during nap time have left the facility during their breaks. This practice was directly observed by Certification Representative when Staff Person #2 left the facility to take a lunch break.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 10, 2026
3270.52 Mixed Age Level
“2ND CITATION: On 5.7.26, at approximately 8:36am in Classroom 3, Staff Person's #1 and #2 were observed to be caring for a mixed age group that were identified to include 1 infant, 7 young toddlers and 1 older toddler. Staff Person #3 was observed to be caring for a mixed age group that they identified to include 1 older toddler and 5 preschool age children. Between 8:47 and 8:52am an additional young toddler, older toddler and preschool age child arrived. At 8:59am Staff Person #3 was observed to be caring for a mixed age group that included 1 older toddler and 6 preschool age children. Staff Person's #1 and #2 were observed to be caring for a mixed age group that included 1 infant, 8 young toddlers and 2 older toddlers. On 5.8.2026, at approximately 8:39am in Classroom 3, Staff Person's #1 and #2 were observed to be caring for a mixed age group that included 1 infant, 8 young toddlers and 1 older toddler. PREVIOUSLY CITED ON 3.25.26.”
Mar 25, 2026Inspection30 rules cited
3270.192(5) Two written references
“An individual record was not on file for Staff Person #3 at the time of the inspection. As a result, a record including two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to their suitability to serve as a facility person was not present at the time of the inspection.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 30, 2026
3270.192(3) Health assessment, TB test
“An individual record was not on file for Staff Person #3 at the time of the inspection. As a result, a record including verification of an acceptable initial health assessment and tuberculosis screening were not present at the time of the inspection. The initial health report on file for Staff Person #4 was not completed within 12 months prior to starting with the legal entity. A current health report for Staff Person #4 was not on file until 170 days after starting at the facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 30, 2026
3270.192(2)(iii) Exp, educ., training at facility
“An individual record was not on file for Staff Person #3 at the time of the inspection. As a result, a record including verification of child care experience, education and training following the onset of services at the facility was not present at the time of the inspection.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 30, 2026
3270.192(2)(ii) Exp, educ., training prior to facility
“An individual record was not on file for Staff Person #3 at the time of the inspection. As a result, a record including verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility was not present at the time of the inspection.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 30, 2026
3270.192(2)(i) Age
“An individual record was not on file for Staff Person #3 at the time of the inspection. As a result, a record including verification of age was not present at the time of the inspection.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 30, 2026
3270.192(1) Name, address, and phone
“An individual record was not on file for Staff Person #3 at the time of the inspection. As a result, a record including their name, address and telephone number was not present at the time of the inspection.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 30, 2026
3270.191 Individual Records
“An individual record was not on file for Staff Person #3 at the time of the inspection.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 30, 2026
3270.135(a)(3) Disposable diapers
“A garbage can was observed outside the restroom in the downstairs Gross Motor Room. A soiled diaper was observed inside the garbage can. The garbage can was not hands-free and lacked a plastic liner.”
3270.134(d) Liquid or powdered soap
“At the sink in the right restroom in Classroom #6 the soap in place was observed to have been diluted with water to the extent that the bottle appeared to be completely water. This did not allow for appropriate handwashing at the sink following toileting.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 30, 2026
3270.133(5) Original label
“In the medication box in Classroom #3, 7 bottles of expired Infant Acetaminophen were observed.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 30, 2026
3270.113(a) Supervised at all times
“At approximately 12:45pm, during naptime, Staff Persons #3 and #5 were observed to be caring for 10 children in Classroom #4. At approximately 12:47pm, during naptime, Staff Person #1 and #2 were observed to be caring for 7 children in Classroom #1. A source of natural or artificial light was not present in the classrooms to allow the Staff to properly see and assess children in their care.”
3270.105 High Chairs
“Two high chairs in Classroom #2 (Infants) were observed to be missing a safety strap. Safety straps were also missing from 2 table seats in Classroom #2 and 3 table seats in Classroom #3.”
3270.102(a) Clean and good repair
“A cabinet on a play kitchen set was observed to have a crack, resulting in a pinch point, in Classroom #8. In the gross motor classroom, a wooden rocking horse was observed to be missing the handle from the head of the horse.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 30, 2026
3270.91(a) Stairs, exits, etc. unobstructed
“A set of children's stairs was observed against the gate between Classroom #3 and #5. The steps had been put against the gate due to the gate being in disrepair and to keep children from exiting the classroom. This resulted in the exit from Classroom #5 being obstructed.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 30, 2026
3270.82(i) Lidded waste receptacles
“A lidded waste receptacle was not present at the toilet areas in Classroom #6.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 30, 2026
3270.82(g) Clean and good repair
“The sink in the downstairs gross motor restroom was observed to have a layer of soap sludge across the sink ledge area. The toilet in the downstairs gross motor restroom was observed to have black debris along the bolts at the base of the toilet.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 30, 2026
3270.78 Lighting
“At approximately 12:45pm and 12:47pm, during naptime at the facility, a source of natural or artificial light was not present in Classrooms #2 or #4 where children were observed to be receiving care.”
3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster
“Areas of peeling paint were observed on the wall outside the kitchen area in Classroom #6.”
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“The carpeted area in Classroom 6 was observed to have a significant amount of dust, hair and debris present. The steps leading between the Main Floor, Middle Floor and Gross Motor Classroom Floor were observed to have a significant amount of dust and dirt along the edges and corners of the steps. A shelf to the right of the window in Classroom #5 was observed to be tilted from the wall. Upon observation it was noted that the screws attached to the bracket and the wall had loosed and were no longer flush to the wall and were exposed causing the shelf to be slightly detached. The gate between Classrooms #3 and #5 was observed to be in disrepair and did not latch appropriately to allow for closure. This posed a hazard if a child were to push on the gate.”
3270.27(a) Emergency plan
“The facility was unable to locate the emergency plan at the time of the inspection to allow for review.”
3270.21 General Health and Safety
“In Classroom #6, a small basket that could be accessible to children who would receive care in the space, was observed to contain a sharp staple remover and push pins.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 30, 2026
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“Staff Persons #3 and #5 were observed to be caring for a mixed age group that included 6 older toddler and 7 preschool age children. The file for Staff Person #5 lacked completion of Pediatric First Aid and CPR training. A file was not available for Staff Person #3 to confirm that they had the required Pediatric First Aid and CPR, Mandated Reporter and required Health and Safety trainings completed to allow for supervision of Staff Person #5. Staff Person #3 was also observed to leave Staff Person #5 alone while taking a preschool age child to the restroom during naptime. A staff person with verification of all completed trainings was not present with Staff Persons #3 and #5 to provide supervision.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 30, 2026
3270.31(e)(4)(i) Age and Training
“The file for Staff Person #4 lacked current Pediatric First Aid and CPR training. The most recent Pediatric First Aid and CPR training on file expired in December 2025.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 30, 2026
3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training
“An individual record was not on file for Staff Person #3 at the time of the inspection. As a result, verifications that they had completed the required Mandated Reporter, Pediatric First Aid and CPR and Health and Safety trainings were not present at the time of the inspection. It was reported that Staff Person #3 has been present at the facility in excess of 90 days.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 30, 2026
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“A file was not available for Staff Person #3 at the time of the inspection. As a result, the facility lacked verification that Staff Person #3 had a signed disclosure statement, a completed PA State Police, PA Child Abuse and FBI clearances and a NSOR Certificate. The disclosure statement on file for Staff Person #4 was not the most recent version required at the time of hire and lacked all information required by the CPSL. An updated and current disclosure was not completed until 170 days after starting at the facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 30, 2026
3270.52 Mixed Age Level
“At approximately 9:41am in Classroom #2, Staff Person #2 asked Staff Person #1 to go to Classroom #1 to get a child's lunchbox from the refrigerator. When Staff Person #1 left Classroom #1, Staff Person #2 was caring for 1 infant and 5 young toddlers. The mixed age ratio for a group that included Infants is 1:4. This resulted in Staff Person #2 being noncompliant with the required staff:child ratio.”
3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible
“A bottle of sunscreen spray was observed in an unlocked bin on the floor next to the changing area in Classroom #3. A bottle of hand sanitizer was observed on low shelf and a container of disinfecting wipes was observed on a wired wall shelf above two chairs in Classroom #6. The items were all labeled Keep Out of Reach of Children and could be accessible to children who would receive care in the space.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 30, 2026
3270.67(d) Contaminated trash in closed plastic-lined receptacle
“An unlidded, unlined garbage can, was observed in the kitchen area in Classroom #6. The garbage can contained items that had been contaminated by human secretions to include discarded food, silverware, and paper plates.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 30, 2026
3270.106(f) 2 feet apart
“In Classroom #4, 10 children were observed on rest equipment without 2 feet of space on 3 sides of the rest equipment. In Classroom #2 In Classroom #2 two of the cribs lacked 2 feet of free space on 3 sides due to equipment being present on one of the 3 sides.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 30, 2026
3270.27(c) Training regarding plan
“Verification that Staff Persons #3 and #4 had received emergency plan training within 90 days of starting at the facility was not present at the time of the inspection.”
Aug 11, 2025Inspection16 rules cited
3270.74 Emergency Numbers Posted
“The telephone number of the nearest hospital, police department, fire department, ambulance and poison control center were not posted near the cordless phone observed on a shelving unit in Classroom 3.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 11, 2025
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“The facility exceeded 30 days between fire alarm system testing's on 3.3.25 and 4.6.25, 4.6.25 and 5.9.25, and 6.10.25 and 7.14.25.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 11, 2025
3270.65 Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less
“One electical outlet was observed to be missing a protective receptacle cover in Classroom 4.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 11, 2025
3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL
“The NSOR certificates on file for Staff Person #1 exceeded 60 months between update. This is evidenced by NSOR certificates dated 6.18.20 and 8.7.25.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 11, 2025
3270.133(5) Original label
“One expired Infants Tylenol was observed in the medication box in Classroom 2.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 11, 2025
3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster
“A small area of peeling paint was observed on the wall, near the Timon image.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 11, 2025
3270.131(e)(2)(i) Exemption documentation from parent/guardian
“The immunization exemption on file for Child #2 was completed on a prewritten form and not acceptable for Child Care purposes. The immunization exemption must be written, signed and dated by the parent. A written exemption was not on file until 126 days after enrollment at the facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 11, 2025
3270.181(c) Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos
“The updates to the emergency contact form and financial agreement on file for Child #1 exceeded 6 months between updates on 9.8.24 and 4.15.25 for the emergency contact form and 1.15.25 and 8.5.25 for the agreement form. The updates to the emergency contact form for Child #4 exceeded 6 months between updates on 4.22.24 and 8.11.25.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 11, 2025
3270.21 General Health and Safety
“Two cribs were observed to have loose crib sheets in Classroom 5.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 11, 2025
3270.27(f) Emergency plan
“At the time of the initial inspection, the facility has not submitted the emergency plan to the local municipality or the county emergency management agency.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 20, 2025
3270.171(a) Pick-up and drop-off points
“At the time of the initial inspection, the facility had not submitted notification to the local traffic safety authorities notifying them of the new Legal Entity and their use of pedestrian and vehicular routes around the child care facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 21, 2025
3270.123(a)(3) Services proceeded
“The child service reports on file for Child #4 exceeded 6 months between reports completed on 6.24.24 and 8.6.25.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 11, 2025
3270.111(b) Posted in group space
“A written plan of daily activities was not posted in Classrooms 1 and 5.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 11, 2025
3270.106(a) Clean, age appropriate
“The cribs used for rest equipment in Classroom 2 were not labeled for use of a specific child.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 11, 2025
3270.102(a) Clean and good repair
“One cracked bin, with a potential pinch point, was observed in Classroom 6. One cracked bin, resulting in a missing area of the plastic, was observed in Classroom 7.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 22, 2025
3270.91(a) Stairs, exits, etc. unobstructed
“The exit from the Indoor Gross Motor, leading to the outdoor Play Space, was observed to have two tables in front of the doors. The tables obstructed the egress from the Indoor Gross Motor Room. In Classroom 4 one of the exit doors was observed to have a thick mat that restricted the ability to open the door. The other exit door was observed to have two bins in front of the exit. This resulted in the egresses being obstructed in Classroom 4.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 11, 2025
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FAQ
Questions about Riverstone Academy
Is Riverstone Academy licensed?
Yes. Riverstone Academy is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
When was Riverstone Academy last inspected?
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on August 24, 2026, with 1 rule cited. It lists 6 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Riverstone Academy had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 89 rules across 6 of 6 visits in the last 3 years; 77 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 Riverstone Academy care for?
115, the licensed capacity on the state record.
Does Riverstone Academy accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Riverstone Academy's hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Riverstone Academy cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (412) 828-2801 to ask.
What is Riverstone Academy's phone number?
(412) 828-2801.
Where is Riverstone Academy?
250 Freeport Rd, Pittsburgh, PA 15238. The nearest other daycare we list is The LEO Academy for Early Education, 0.1 miles away.