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Royal Kids Academy Early Learning Center
- licensed capacity
- 25
- open each week
- 5 days
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About Royal Kids Academy Early Learning Center
Royal Kids Academy Early Learning Center is a child care center in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 25 children, serving school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 6 visits in the last 3 years and cited 61 rules across 5 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
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 25 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Thursday | 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Friday | 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | School-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 25 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
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State record
Inspection reports for Royal Kids Academy Early Learning Center
License
- Status
- Certified by the state and operating
- License type
- Certificate of Compliance
- Capacity
- 25 children
- Ages
- School-age children
- License number
- #CER-00257200
Summary
6 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Apr 21, 2026: 21 rules cited
Rules cited on 6 of 6 visits · 61 rules in all · 61 corrected
- Health, medication and illness 17
- Staff training and qualifications 13
- Records and paperwork 9
- Building, equipment and play areas 7
- Safety and hazards 4
- Background checks 3
- Safe sleep 3
- Supervision and ratios 3
- Food and nutrition 2
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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Apr 21, 2026Inspection21 rules cited
3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(ii) HS/GED + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility
“The file for Staff #4 contained documentation of classification as an assistant group supervisor, but did not contain documentation of child care experience, so it was unable to be determined if Staff #4 qualified as an AGS.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 30, 2026
3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL
“The files for Staff #4 and Staff #5 did not contain the required out-of-state clearances, and no applications for those clearances were available.”
Correction date in the state record: May 14, 2026
3270.31(e)(4)(ii)/3270.192(2)(iii) Fire safety - 1 yr./Exp, educ., training at facility
“The files for Staff #1, Staff #2, and Staff #3 contained Fire Safety Training on 3.3.25 and 4.3.26, which exceeded the annual requirement.”
Correction date in the state record: May 13, 2026
3270.27(e) Letter to parents
“As confirmed by the operator, a letter was not provided to the parent of each enrolled child, explaining the emergency procedures.”
Correction date in the state record: May 6, 2026
3270.37(b)(3)/3270.192(2)(ii) 8th grade + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility
“The file for Staff #5 contained documentation of classification as an aide, but did not contain any documentation of education or child care experience, so it was unable to be determined if Staff #5 qualified as an aide.”
Correction date in the state record: May 13, 2026
3270.27(c) Training regarding plan
“The Emergency Plan did not contain language regarding volunteers.”
Correction date in the state record: May 13, 2026
3270.61(c)/3270.61(h)(2)(iii) 40 square feet wall-to-wall/Space may not be occupied by infant or young toddler
“In the Young Toddler Room, with a measured capacity for six (6) children, there were five (5) preschoolers, one (1) older toddler, one (1) young toddler, and two (2) infants. Capacity was exceeded with infants and young toddlers in the room, and it was also not noted on the daily schedule.”
Correction date in the state record: May 13, 2026
3270.31(e)/3270.192(2)(iii) Age and Training/Exp, educ., training at facility
“The file for Staff #2 did not contain documentation of 12 clock hours of child care training between 10.15.24 and 10.14.25, as only 1 1/2 hours were provided.”
Correction date in the state record: May 26, 2026
3270.75(c) Has all items
“The first-aid kit, located in the Infant Room, did not contain tweezers. The first-aid kit, located in the Older Toddler Room, did not contain nonporous gloves.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 30, 2026
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“The space between the Infant Room and the Young Toddler Room contained a soft, uneven section of the floor, which posed a tripping hazard for children in care.”
Correction date in the state record: May 17, 2026
3270.31(f)(7)/3270.192(2)(iii) Health and Safety Training - Emergency preparedness/Exp, educ., training at facility
“The file for Staff #1 (see IS Code Sheet) contained documentation of Emergency Plan Training on 3.31.26, which exceeded 90 days of hire. The file for Staff #2 (see IS Code Sheet) contained documentation of Emergency Plan Training on 3.24.25, which exceeded 90 days of hire.”
Correction date in the state record: May 4, 2026
3270.106(f) 2 feet apart
“In the Infant Room, two (2) feet of space was not located on three (3) sides of the occupied cribs. In the Preschool Room, two (2) feet of space was not located on three (3) sides of all occupied cots.”
Correction date in the state record: May 1, 2026
3270.106(j) Prohibit items in crib
“In the Young Toddler Room, an infant was sleeping on a Baby Lounger with soft, plushy, pillowy sides around the lounger, which is a smothering hazard.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 30, 2026
3270.124(b)(2) Physician name, address, phone
“The Emergency Contact Form, in the file for Child #1, did not include the name of the physician or source of medical care.”
Correction date in the state record: May 13, 2026
3270.124(b)(3) Parent home/work address, phone
“The Emergency Contact Form, in the file for Child #1, did not include the work address or work phone number of the enrolling parent. The Emergency Contact Form, in the file for Child #3, did not include the work phone number of the enrolling parent.”
Correction date in the state record: May 13, 2026
3270.124(c) Each child care space
“Emergency contact information was not located in the Older Toddler Room when children were present in that space.”
Correction date in the state record: May 13, 2026
3270.131(c) Completed or signed by physician, PA, or CRNP
“The Health Assessment, in the file for Child #2, did not include the signature or professional title of the physician, physician's assistant or CRNP, making it invalid.”
Correction date in the state record: May 29, 2026
3270.135(a)(3) Disposable diapers
“In the Young Toddler Room, the garbage can was broken, which caused the lid not to open when stepping on the lever, therefore, it was not hands-free.”
Correction date in the state record: May 1, 2026
3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test
“The two (2) most recent Health Assessments in the file for Staff #3 exceeded the 24-month renewal requirement. The file for Staff #4 did not contain a dated Health Assessment, therefore, the date of assessment could not be determined, making it invalid.”
Correction date in the state record: May 22, 2026
3270.192(5) Two written references
“The file for Staff #5 did not include any nonfamily references.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 30, 2026
3270.62(c)/3270.63 Space safe for large muscle activity/Unsafe Areas in Outdoor Space
“In the outdoor play space, there were multiple hazards for children in care: eleven (11) large wood pallets against the wooden fence which created a scraping hazard, a broken metal vent on the adjacent building wall which created a cutting/scraping hazard, broken cement at the edge of the porch pad - approximately 1' high which created a tripping/scraping hazard, a bolt - approximately 3" high - was sticking up from the asphalt near the hose which created a cutting/scraping/tripping hazard, and the hose was unrolled and on the ground in the play space which created a tripping hazard..”
Correction date in the state record: May 17, 2026
Apr 1, 2025Inspection28 rules cited
3270.131(d)(7) Free from contagious/communicable disease
“The Health Report for Child #2 lacked a statement indicating the child is able to participate in childcare and appears to be free from contagious or communicable diseases.”
Correction date in the state record: May 5, 2025
3270.133(6) Written consent
“Observed the medication at the facility for Child #1 and #6 lacked written parental consent for administration of the medication.”
Correction date in the state record: May 1, 2025
3270.151(a) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter
“The file for Staff #3, a volunteer, who was observed providing direct care to children, lacked a Health Assessment”
Correction date in the state record: May 8, 2025
3270.151(c)(2) Mantoux TB
“The file for Staff #3 did not contain the results of a tuberculin skin test, x-ray or other medical documentation necessary to confirm freedom from communicable tuberculosis.”
Correction date in the state record: May 4, 2025
3270.162(a) Four or more hours
“During the renewal inspection, cert rep observed 11 children who had been receiving care for more than 4 hours and were not provided an appropriately timed meal or snack during that time.”
Correction date in the state record: May 2, 2025
3270.166(1) Written statement
“The facility lacked written statements provided by the parents giving the formula and feeding schedule for the infants in care.”
Correction date in the state record: May 1, 2025
3270.171(c) Safe routes posted
“Observed the facility did not have written notification of safe routes posted by the operator in a conspicuous location in the childcare facility.”
Correction date in the state record: May 2, 2025
3270.181(c) Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos
“The file for Child #2 contained a financial agreement form that was not updated within 6 months of the previous update.”
Correction date in the state record: May 19, 2025
3270.182(5) Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission
“The Emergency Contact form for Child #5 lacked signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff.”
Correction date in the state record: May 2, 2025
3270.192(2)(iv) Transcript, diploma and letters
“The file for Staff #1 contained a foreign degree and foreign transcripts and therefore their credentials could not be determined.”
Correction date in the state record: May 2, 2025
3270.61(h) Exceeding Capacity
“Children were observed at the following times in the Middle Classroom: 11:00 AM, 6 children were observed receiving care in the Middle Classroom 11:30 AM, 4 children were observed receiving care in the Middle Classroom 12:30 AM, 6 children were observed receiving care in the Middle Classroom The Middle Classroom has a capacity of 3 children.”
Correction date in the state record: May 19, 2025
3270.123(a)(4) Arrival/departure times
“The file for Child #4 contained an Agreement which did not specify the child's arrival and departure times.”
Correction date in the state record: May 1, 2025
3270.27(a)(1) Emergency plan
“The facilities emergency plan lacked accommodations for shelter of children during a lock down.”
Correction date in the state record: May 2, 2025
3270.31(e) Age and Training
“The file for Staff #2, lacked documentation of the required 12 annual clock hours of childcare training.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 1, 2025
3270.107 Refrigerator
“The refrigerator in the kitchen at the facility lacked a thermometer.”
Correction date in the state record: May 17, 2025
3270.123(a)(5) Designated release persons
“The Agreement for Child #1 and #2 lacked the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.”
Correction date in the state record: May 5, 2025
3270.124(b)(4)/3270.182(3) Written consent/Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission
“The Emergency Contact Form in the file for Child #5 lacked written consent signed by a parent for emergency medical care.”
Correction date in the state record: May 1, 2025
3270.124(b)(6) Insurance coverage information
“The Emergency Contact Form for Child #2 lacked the health insurance policy number for the child. The Emergency Contact Form for Child #5 lacked the health insurance coverage and policy number for the child.”
Correction date in the state record: May 5, 2025
3270.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person
“The Emergency Contact Form for Child #1 lacked the telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released. The Emergency Contact Form for Child #2 lacked the address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released. The Emergency Contact Form for Child #4 and #5 lacked the address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.”
Correction date in the state record: May 5, 2025
3270.124(c) Each child care space
“The Emergency Contact information was not present in the Older Toddler/Preschool for Child #7 and #8 who were present and receiving care in the room.”
Correction date in the state record: May 1, 2025
3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(1) Immunization record/Exemption documentation from parent/guardian
“The file for Child #3, enrolled for more that 60 days at the facility, did not contain documentation of a 4th dose of the DTAP vaccination, 4th dose of the Pneumococcal vaccination, MMR, Varicella, and Hep A vaccinations as required based on the child's age as per the ACIP recommended schedule.”
Correction date in the state record: May 2, 2025
3270.75(a) In child care spaces
“The Infant Room lacked a first aid kit in the childcare space.”
Correction date in the state record: May 1, 2025
3270.124(b)(2) Physician name, address, phone
“The Emergency Contact Form for Child #3 lacked the telephone number of the child's physician.”
Correction date in the state record: May 1, 2025
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“Although the file for Staff #1 contained a complete State Police Clearances at the time of inspection, it was observed that the file lacked a request for the State Police Clearance dated prior to the date that Staff #1 began working with children. The file for Staff #3, a volunteer, lacked a NSOR Certificate.”
Correction date in the state record: May 6, 2025
3270.33(a) Each staff person meets quals
“The file for Staff #1, was observed acting as an assistant group supervisor, the file for Staff #1 contained a foreign degree and therefore their staff qualifications for the position could not be determined.”
Correction date in the state record: May 19, 2025
3270.62(b) Play space - 65 square feet/child
“At 10:00 AM, 15 children, ranging from infants to preschool aged children, were observed receiving care in the Outdoor play space that has a designated maximum capacity of 14.”
Correction date in the state record: May 2, 2025
3270.63 Unsafe Areas in Outdoor Space
“The one end of the facilities outdoor play space is open to a parking lot where individuals entering the facility pull to park their cars. There is no barrier to prevent the children from entering the parking lot.”
Correction date in the state record: May 2, 2025
3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible
“In the Infant Room, 2000 Flushes Blue Plus Bleach Tablets labeled, "Keep out of the reach of children" were observed on a low shelf accessible to children.”
Correction date in the state record: May 1, 2025
Dec 23, 2024Inspection3 rules cited
3270.103 Small Toys and Objects
“Crib #1 had a plastic mattress which was ripped approximately 2", which would be accessible to children who are still placing objects in their mouths. Crib #2 had a plastic crib mattress with was ripped approximately 1", which would be accessible to children who are still placing objects in their mouths.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 24, 2024
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“In the Preschool Room, five (5) window slats, which children use to look outside, were broken, which creates a hazard for children in care. Unfinished drywall, located around the light switch outside of the restroom, left a gap of approximately 1/2" into the wall, which creates a hazard for children in care.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 9, 2025
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“The Fire System Testing Log contained documentation that the fire system was tested on 9.6.24 and 10.22.24, which exceeded the required 30-day testing.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 24, 2024
Dec 23, 2024Inspection3 rules cited
3270.103 Small Toys and Objects
“Crib #1 had a plastic mattress which was ripped approximately 2", which would be accessible to children who are still placing objects in their mouths. Crib #2 had a plastic crib mattress with was ripped approximately 1", which would be accessible to children who are still placing objects in their mouths.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 24, 2024
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“In the Preschool Room, five (5) window slats, which children use to look outside, were broken, which creates a hazard for children in care. Unfinished drywall, located around the light switch outside of the restroom, left a gap of approximately 1/2" into the wall, which creates a hazard for children in care.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 9, 2025
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“The Fire System Testing Log contained documentation that the fire system was tested on 9.6.24 and 10.22.24, which exceeded the required 30-day testing.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 24, 2024
Jul 24, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“Staff #1 was observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff #1 has not completed the following pre-service training require prior to caring for children unsupervised: Pediatric First Aid/CPR”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 27, 2024
3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training
“Staff #1 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their hire date (SEE IS CODE SHEET): Pediatric First Aid/CPR. Staff #1 completed the following required pre-service training beyond 90 days of their hire date: Get Started with Center-Based Care - Revised 2022 (6/17/24)”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 27, 2024
May 21, 2024Inspection7 rules cited
3270.106(a) Clean, age appropriate
“Observed one crib in use that was not labeled for the use of a specific child.”
Correction date in the state record: May 21, 2024
3270.151(c)(5)/3270.192(3) Physician/CRNP assessment/Health assessment, TB test
“The health assessment on file for staff #1 lacks the physician's or CRNP's assessment of the person's suitability to provide child care.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 21, 2024
3270.131(b)(2)/3270.182(1) Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months/Initial and subsequent health reports
“The health assessment on file for child #1 who is a preschooler exceeds 12 months. The health assessment is dated 8/2022.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 20, 2024
3270.131(a)(3)/3270.182(1) Initial health report for older toddler/preschool no more than 1 year/Initial and subsequent health reports
“The health assessment on file for child #1 was dated more than 1 year prior to the first day of attendance at the facility. It was dated 8/2022 and the child's start date was 3/2024.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 20, 2024
3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(ii) HS/GED + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility
“The file for staff #1 lacks verification of completion of High School.”
Correction date in the state record: May 22, 2024
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“The criminal clearance that is on file for staff #1 is actual the receipt that indicates that there is "no record" as opposed to the actual clearance with the official seal on it.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 14, 2024
3270.182(3)/3270.182(5) Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission/Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission
“The file for child #2 lacks signed parental consent for emergency medical care and minor first aid for the child.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 27, 2024
Sep 20, 2023Inspection5 rules cited
3270.75(a) In child care spaces
“A first-aid kit was not present in all designated child care spaces.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 12, 2024
3270.107 Refrigerator
“The facility did not have an operable, clean refrigerator used to store potentially hazardous foods.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 12, 2024
3270.27(a) Emergency plan
“The facility lacks an emergency plan.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 12, 2024
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 lacks a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 12, 2024
3270.104(a) Clean, good repair, proper size
“Observed an unstable shelf/cubby in the rear lobby/entrance area to the facility that is accessible to children and for use by the children.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 12, 2024
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FAQ
Questions about Royal Kids Academy Early Learning Center
Is Royal Kids Academy Early Learning Center licensed?
Yes. Royal Kids Academy Early Learning Center is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
When was Royal Kids Academy Early Learning Center last inspected?
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on April 21, 2026, with 21 rules cited. It lists 6 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Royal Kids Academy Early Learning Center had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 61 rules across 6 of 6 visits in the last 3 years; 61 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 Royal Kids Academy Early Learning Center care for?
25, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve school-age children.
Does Royal Kids Academy Early Learning Center accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Royal Kids Academy Early Learning Center's hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Royal Kids Academy Early Learning Center cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (412) 894-7900 to ask.
What is Royal Kids Academy Early Learning Center's phone number?
(412) 894-7900.
Where is Royal Kids Academy Early Learning Center?
517 Brookline Blvd Floor 1, Pittsburgh, PA 15226. The nearest other daycare we list is Brookline Sprouts at Tree of Life Open Bible Chu, 0.4 miles away.