Kiddie Academy of North Pittsburgh
111 Josephs Ln, Pittsburgh, PA
4.4· 38 reviews
Sherk Heinold Childrens Center
- licensed capacity
- 137
- open each week
- 5 days
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About
About Sherk Heinold Childrens Center
Sherk Heinold Childrens Center is a child care center in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 137 children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 4 visits in the last 3 years and cited 19 rules across 3 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
Accepts child care subsidy
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
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- Hours today
- 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 137 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Thursday | 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Friday | 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Licensed capacity | 137 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Sherk Heinold Childrens Center has not listed its tuition.
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State record
Inspection reports for Sherk Heinold Childrens Center
License
- Status
- Certified by the state and operating
- License type
- Certificate of Compliance
- Capacity
- 137 children
- License number
- #CER-00250836
Summary
4 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jan 6, 2026: 8 rules cited
Rules cited on 3 of 4 visits · 19 rules in all · 19 corrected
- Health, medication and illness 6
- Background checks 5
- Building, equipment and play areas 3
- Staff training and qualifications 2
- Safety and hazards 2
- 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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Jan 6, 2026Inspection8 rules cited
3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL
“The file for Staff Person #1 contained documentation of NSOR clearance results that were not renewed prior to the expiration date of the most current certification. The file for Staff Person #4 contained documentation of PA Child Abuse clearance results that were not renewed prior to the expiration date of the most current certification. The files for Staff Persons #1 and #4 are now current.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 6, 2026
3270.151(c)(3) Exam communicable disease
“The file for Staff Person #1 contained documentation of a health assessment that included an examination for communicable disease but lacked the results of the examination.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 12, 2026
3270.151(c)(5) Physician/CRNP assessment
“The file for Staff Person #3 contained documentation of a health assessment in which the physician indicated that the staff person is not suitable to work in a child care position; however, the assessment results were not included.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 8, 2026
3270.34(a)(6) Staff evaluations
“The file for Staff Person #2 contained documentation of written evaluations dated 1/19/24 and 6/19/25, which is more than 12 months apart.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 6, 2026
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“The file for Staff Person #4 lacked documentation of current NSOR clearance results. The most current results on file was observed to be dated 12/1/20, which have expired.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 9, 2026
3270.31(e)(4)(i) Age and Training
“The file for Staff Person #2 contained documentation of pediatric first aid/CPR training that was not renewed prior to the expiration date of the most current certificate on file: 5/17/23 and 12/17/25.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 6, 2026
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“Facility files contained documentation of testing the fire detection system on 10/9/25 and 11/10/25, which exceeded 30 days between testing.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 6, 2026
3270.31(e)(4)(ii) Fire safety - 1 yr.
“The file for Staff Person #2 contained documentation of fire safety trainings dated 5/21/24 and 6/19/25, which are more than 12 months apart.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 6, 2026
Jan 10, 2025Inspection3 rules cited
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“The file for staff person #1 did not have complete PA State Police and FBI clearance results prior to date of hire (See LIS Code Sheet).”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 20, 2025
3270.102(a) Clean and good repair
“In the Gym, three plastic nail cover caps on a children's playhouse were observed to be broken with rough edges and were not in good repair. The diapering pad in the Three-Year-Old room was observed to have to two holes exposing the foam interior and was not in good pair.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 10, 2025
3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL
“The file for staff person #2 had documentation of completing Mandated Reporter training on 12/4/19 and 12/20/24, which were completed more than 60 months apart.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 10, 2025
- Aug 16, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Jan 3, 2024Inspection8 rules cited
3270.151(c)(2) Mantoux TB
“The file for staff person #1 lacked documentation of a tuberculosis screening at initial employment. (See LIS CODE SHEET)”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 19, 2024
3270.133(1) Original container
“In the medication box in the Infant room, a child's medication of Albuterol was not in the original container in which it was received.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 4, 2024
3270.131(e)/3270.182(1) ACIP recommended immunization record /Initial and subsequent health reports
“The initial health report on file for child #2 lacked documentation of the yearly Influenza shot with no letter of exemption in file.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 3, 2024
3270.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person
“The emergency contact form on file for child #1 did not include the addresses of the individuals designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 3, 2024
3270.103 Small Toys and Objects
“In the OT room, the arm to a children's couch was observed to be tearing and exposing the foam interior to children who are still placing objects in their mouths.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 3, 2024
3270.102(a) Clean and good repair
“In the indoor play space, the horn to a children's Little Tikes Cozy Coupe was observed to be broken. In the Pre K+ room, a red bin containing children's toys was observed to be cracked. These conditions expose the children to sharp corners, rough edges and were not in good repair.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 3, 2024
3270.151(c)(3) Exam communicable disease
“The health assessment on file for staff person #2 lacked the results of the examination for communicable diseases.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 19, 2024
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“The file for staff person #3 was observed to have documentation FBI clearance results that was not renewed before the expiration date of the most current certification required under CPSL. The two most current FBI clearance results are dated 8/28/17 and 11/9/22.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 3, 2024
Jan 11, 2023Inspection11 rules cited
3270.67(d) Contaminated trash in closed plastic-lined receptacle
“A trash receptacle in the 3-year-old room was observed to contain used nasal tissues and was not contained in a closed, plastic-lined receptacle.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 11, 2023
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“The file for staff person #1 was observed to have documentation of an FBI clearance that was not renewed before the expiration date of the most current certification: 2/24/17 and 11/29/22.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 11, 2023
3270.75(c) Has all items
“The first aid bag in the Gym was observed to lack soap.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 11, 2023
3270.124(f)/3270.181(c) Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos
“The agreement form and emergency contact form on file for child #1 has not been reviewed and updated in writing within the last 6 months. The most recent update was observed to be updated and signed by the parent on 7/6/22.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 13, 2023
3270.106(a) Clean, age appropriate
“Rest equipment in the Pre-K 2 room were observed to be ripped.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 11, 2023
3270.124(c) Each child care space
“Emergency contact information was not present in the Gym where the Pre-K and PS children were receiving care.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 11, 2023
3270.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person
“The emergency contact form on file for child # 2 lacked the telephone number of in the individuals designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 11, 2023
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 #2 was observed to have documentation of a health assessment that was not renewed before the expiration date of the most current certification. The health assessments on file for staff #2 are dated 12/20/20 and 12/30/22.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 11, 2023
3270.123(a)(2) Date fee to be paid
“The agreement form on file for child #1 lacked the date on which the fee is to be paid.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 11, 2023
3270.124(b)(3) Parent home/work address, phone
“The emergency contact forms on file for child #1 and #2 lacked the enrolling parents work address and work telephone number.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 11, 2023
3270.111(a) Written plan
“A written plan of daily activities was not posted in the Infant and Pre-K 2 group space.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 11, 2023
Nov 21, 2022Inspection3 rules cited
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“One ceiling tile was observed to be missing and one ceiling tile was observed to be damaged from what appears to be water in the PreK bathroom.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 12, 2022
3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training
“Staff person #1, #2, and #3 have not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Health and Safety training.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 12, 2022
3270.65 Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less
“One protective receptacle cover was observed to be missing next to the refrigerator in the Infant room, and one protective receptacle cover was observed to be missing between the sink and refrigerator in the YT room, which were accessible to children under the age of 5.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 21, 2022
Mar 23, 2022Inspection8 rules cited
3270.27(c)/3270.192(2)(iii) Training regarding plan/Exp, educ., training at facility
“The files for Staff #3, Staff #4, Staff #6, Staff #7, Staff #8, Staff #9, Staff #10, Staff #11, Staff #12, and Staff #13 contained documentation of Emergency Plan training on 2.22.21 and 2.24.22, which exceeded the 12 month renewal requirement.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 6, 2022
3270.31(e)(4)(ii)/3270.192(2)(iii) Fire safety - 1 yr./Exp, educ., training at facility
“The files for Staff #2, Staff #3, Staff #4, Staff #6, Staff #7, Staff #8, Staff #9, Staff #10, Staff #11, and Staff #12 contained documentation of Fire Safety training on 2.22.21 and 2.24.22, which exceeded the 12 month renewal requirement.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 6, 2022
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“The file for Staff #5 contained State Police clearances dated 1.15.15 and 2.18.20, and Child Abuse clearances dated 2.2.15 and 3.4.20, both of which exceeded the 60 month renewal requirement. The file for Staff #7 contained State Police clearances dated 1.11.17 and 2.11.22, Child Abuse clearances dated 1.18.17 and 2.11.22, and FBI clearances dated 1.12.17 and 2.18.22, all of which exceeded the 60 month renewal requirement.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 6, 2022
3270.32(a)/3270.192(2)(iii) Comply with CPSL/Exp, educ., training at facility
“The file for Staff #7 contained Mandated Reporter training on 1.10.17 and 2.22.22, which exceeded the 60 month renewal requirement.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 6, 2022
3270.75(c) Has all items
“The first-aid kit, in the PK room, did not contain scissors.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 23, 2022
3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(2)(i) Immunization record/Exemption documentation from parent/guardian
“The files for Child #1, Child #2, Child #3, and Child #4 did not contain documentation of the influenza vaccination or a letter of exemption.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 19, 2022
3270.25(a) Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations
“The was no information available for parents on how to access the regulations electronically.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 23, 2022
3270.192(2)(iii) Exp, educ., training at facility
“The file for Staff #1 (See IS Code Sheet), did not contain Pediatric First-Aid/CPR until 2.24.22, which exceeded the requirement of six (6) months at that time.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 6, 2022
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FAQ
Questions about Sherk Heinold Childrens Center
Is Sherk Heinold Childrens Center licensed?
Yes. Sherk Heinold Childrens Center is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
When was Sherk Heinold Childrens Center last inspected?
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on January 6, 2026, with 8 rules cited. It lists 4 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Sherk Heinold Childrens Center had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 19 rules across 3 of 4 visits in the last 3 years; 19 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 Sherk Heinold Childrens Center care for?
137, the licensed capacity on the state record.
Does Sherk Heinold Childrens Center accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Sherk Heinold Childrens Center's hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Sherk Heinold Childrens Center cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (412) 734-1015 to ask.
What is Sherk Heinold Childrens Center's phone number?
(412) 734-1015.
Where is Sherk Heinold Childrens Center?
500 Huntington Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15202. The nearest other daycare we list is Magical Years Development Center, 1 miles away.