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South Side Childrens Center

73 S 18th St, Pittsburgh, PA 15203
licensed capacity
52
open each week
5 days

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About South Side Childrens Center

South Side Childrens Center is a child care center in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 52 children, serving school-age children.

It is open Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 5:00 PM.

Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 4 visits in the last 3 years and cited 34 rules across 4 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

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Ages served: school-age children

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Type
Child care center
Ages
School-age children
Hours today
Closed today
Licensed capacity
52 children

Hours

Hours

Monday7:30 AM to 5:00 PM
Tuesday7:30 AM to 5:00 PM
Wednesday7:30 AM to 5:00 PM
Thursday7:30 AM to 5:00 PM
Friday7:30 AM to 5:00 PM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayTodayNot listed
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Programs

Programs and care

AgesSchool-age childrenFrom the state license
Child care subsidyAccepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license
Licensed capacity52 childrenFrom the state license

Cost

Tuition and costs

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Inspection reports for South Side Childrens Center

License

Status
Certified by the state and operating
License type
Certificate of Compliance
Capacity
52 children
Ages
School-age children
License number
#CER-00247781
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Summary

4 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Aug 25, 2026: 5 rules cited

Rules cited on 4 of 4 visits · 34 rules in all · 33 corrected

  • Health, medication and illness 7
  • Safety and hazards 6
  • Staff training and qualifications 5
  • Records and paperwork 5
  • Supervision and ratios 3
  • Background checks 3
  • Building, equipment and play areas 2
  • Discipline and child guidance 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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  1. Aug 25, 2026Inspection5 rules cited
    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.21 General Health and Safety

      “Child #1, an infant, was observed sleeping in a crib while wearing a bib.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 3, 2026

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.66(d) Toxic plants not permitted

      “Poison ivy was observed along the brick wall in the outdoor play space.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 25, 2026

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.76 Building Surfaces

      “Two stained ceiling tiles were observed near the projector screen of the indoor play space. A missing ceiling tile was observed near the restrooms in the same room.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 28, 2026

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.82(g) Clean and good repair

      “A brown substance that appeared to be feces was observed on a toilet seat in the boy's restroom.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 25, 2026

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.65 Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less

      “Protective covers were not in place on electrical outlets behind the air purifier and on the power strip near the desk in the PS room and near the gray cabinet in the school age room.”

      Correction due by Sep 3, 2027, per the state

  2. Feb 25, 2026Inspection4 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.192(5) Two written references

      “The file for Staff person #1 does not include 2 written non-family references attesting to the staff person's suitability to work in childcare; both references were written by individuals related to Staff person #1.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 26, 2026

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.133(6) Written consent

      “There was cough & mucus medication labeled for use by Child #1 which did not have written parental permission to administer.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 26, 2026

    • Background checks

      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. In addition, the file for staff person #1 did not contain documentation of application of a Child Abuse clearance and sex offender registry check from New York, where the staff person lived within 5 years prior to the date of hire (See IS CODE SHEET) required for provisional hiring under the CPSL.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 26, 2026

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.94(a)(1) Every 60 days

      “The fire drill log on file included fire drills conducted 6.12.25-8.19.25 and 10.17.25-12.17.25, more than 60 days apart.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 26, 2026

  3. Aug 28, 2025Inspection15 rules cited
    • Background checks

      3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

      “The signed disclosure statement on file for Staff person #1 is not dated, making it invalid.”

      Correction date in the state record: Oct 1, 2025

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.151(c)(5) Physician/CRNP assessment

      “The health assessment on file for Staff person #1 does not include the physician or health care professional's assessment of the person's suitability to provide childcare.”

      Correction date in the state record: Oct 15, 2025

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.33(a)/3270.192(2)(ii) Each staff person meets quals/Exp, educ., training prior to facility

      “The file for staff person #1, classified as Director, does not include verification of a Bachelor's degree in Education or a related human services field and 1 year of experience with children; or a Bachelor's degree with 30 credits in education or a related human services field and 2 years of experience with children; or an Associate's degree in education or a related human services field and 3 years of experience with children; or an Associate's degree with 30 credits in education or a related human services field and 4 years of experience with children.”

      Correction date in the state record: Oct 1, 2025

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.65 Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less

      “There are 2 outlets behind the television in the Toddler area that did not have covers inserted.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 28, 2025

    • Discipline and child guidance

      3270.123(a)(3) Services proceeded

      “The agreement on file for Child #2 does not include the services to be provided by the childcare facility.”

      Correction date in the state record: Oct 1, 2025

    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.123(a)(5) Designated release persons

      “The agreement on file for Child #2 does not include the persons to whom the child can be released.”

      Correction date in the state record: Oct 1, 2025

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.124(b)(4)/3270.182(3) Written consent/Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission

      “The file for Child #2 does not include written parental consent for the facility to obtain emergency medical care.”

      Correction date in the state record: Oct 1, 2025

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.131(b)(2)/3270.182(1) Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months/Initial and subsequent health reports

      “The two most recent health assessments on file for Child #1, who is a preschool age child, are dated 10.27.23 and 11.14.24, more than 12 months apart.”

      Correction date in the state record: Oct 1, 2025

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(3) Immunization record/Dismissal policy

      “The immunization record on file for Child #2, who is 10 months old, included 2 of 3 DTAP vaccines recommended by the ACIP for a child this age and 2 of 3 pneumococcal vaccines recommended by the ACIP for a child this age.”

      Correction date in the state record: Oct 1, 2025

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test

      “The 2 most recent health assessments on file for Staff person #2 were dated 1.12.23 and 2.20.25, more than 24 months apart.”

      Correction date in the state record: Oct 1, 2025

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.151(c)(3) Exam communicable disease

      “The current health assessment on file for Staff person #1 does not indicate if the staff person was assessed for communicable/contagious disease.”

      Correction date in the state record: Oct 15, 2025

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.27(a)(6) Emergency plan

      “The facility does not have verification of the completion of an emergency drill within the last 1 year.”

      Correction date in the state record: Oct 1, 2025

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.182(5) Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission

      “The file for Child #2 does not include written parental permission for the facility to administer minor first aid procedures.”

      Correction date in the state record: Oct 1, 2025

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety

      “Staff person #1 was observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person #1 has not completed the following pre- service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: Pediatric First Aid/CPR.”

      Correction date in the state record: Oct 1, 2025

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety

      “The Shaken Baby Policy submitted by the facility does not include language regarding the prevention and identification of child maltreatment.”

      Correction date in the state record: Oct 1, 2025

  4. Aug 7, 2024Inspection10 rules cited
    • Background checks

      3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

      “The file for Staff person #1, classified as a Director, includes documentation of application of a Massachusetts state criminal history clearance, Massachusetts child abuse clearance, and Massachusetts sex offender clearance after the date of hire (See IS CODE SHEET). The Massachusetts child abuse clearance and sex offender clearance are currently in the file; the Massachusetts criminal history clearance was not yet received at the time of inspection. A Director may not be hired provisionally.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 17, 2024

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.123(a)(2) Date fee to be paid

      “The agreement on file for Child #1 and #2 does not include the date the fee is to be paid by the parent/guardian.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 17, 2024

    • Food and nutrition

      3270.166(4) Bottles labeled

      “There were infant feeding bottles in the refrigerator in the infant room that were not labeled with the name for whom the bottles were intended.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 17, 2024

    • Discipline and child guidance

      3270.123(a)(3) Services proceeded

      “The agreement on file for Child #1 does not include the services to be provided”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 17, 2024

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.124(b)(3) Parent home/work address, phone

      “The emergency contact form on file for Child #2 does not include the work address and/or telephone number for the enrolling parent.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 17, 2024

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.124(b)(5) Information re: special needs

      “The emergency contact form on file for Child #1 does not indicate if the child has any special medical needs, which is needed in an emergency situation.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 17, 2024

    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person

      “The emergency contact form on file for Child #1 does not include a complete address for all listed release persons.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 17, 2024

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.33(a)/3270.192(2)(ii) Each staff person meets quals/Exp, educ., training prior to facility

      “The file for staff person #1, classified as Director, does not include verification of a Bachelor's degree in Education or a related human services field and 1 year of experience with children; or a Bachelor's degree with 30 credits in education or a related human services field and 2 years of experience with children; or an Associate's degree in education or a related human services field and 3 years of experience with children; or an Associate's degree with 30 credits in education or a related human services field and 4 years of experience with children.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 17, 2024

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible

      “The cupboard containing diaper cream and wipes, labeled "Keep out of reach of children" in the toddler diapering area was not locked, making the toxics accessible to children.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 17, 2024

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.123(a)(1) Amount of fee

      “The agreement on file for Child #3 does not include the amount of the fee to be paid by the parent/guardian.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 17, 2024

  5. Aug 28, 2023Inspection16 rules cited
    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.51 Similar Age Level

      “Based on statements made by staff, on 8/17/23 staff #1 fell asleep while supervising an infant. The sleeping staff was unable to provide active supervision to the infant they were responsible for supervising.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 28, 2023

    • Safe sleep

      3270.106(a) Clean, age appropriate

      “Based on statements made by staff, on 8/17/23 child #1, an infant, slept in a swing for approximately 1 hour.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 28, 2023

    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.113(a) Supervised at all times

      “Based on statements made by staff, on 8/17/23 staff #1 fell asleep while supervising an infant. The sleeping staff was unable to provide active supervision to the infant they were responsible for supervising.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 28, 2023

    • Safe sleep

      3270.119 Infant sleep position

      “Based on statements made by staff, on 8/17/23 child #1, an infant, slept in a swing for approximately 1 hour.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 29, 2023

    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.113(a)(1) Staff assigned to specific children

      “Based on statements made by staff, on 8/17/23 staff #1 fell asleep while supervising an infant. The sleeping staff was unable to provide active supervision, including knowing the whereabouts of the infant they were responsible for supervising.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 28, 2023

    • Safety and hazards

      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 previous inspection report was dated 7/08/22. The current inspection report was dated 7/13/23.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 28, 2023

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test

      “The file for staff #2 contained consecutive health assessments dated more than 24 months apart. The most recent health assessment on file is now current.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 28, 2023

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.133(6) Written consent

      “Equate brand Homeopathic Cold & Cough medicine, which lacked written parental consent, was observed in the medication storage cabinet. The medication was labeled for use by child #2.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 28, 2023

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(3) Immunization record/Dismissal policy

      “The file for child #1, eight months old, lacked documentation of receiving the influenza vaccine. The file for Child #2 contained an immunization record which indicated the child did not receive the influenza vaccine at any time in 2022, however a current 2023 vaccination for influenza is now on file. The files did not contain written exemption letters.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 28, 2023

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.124(b)(2) Physician name, address, phone

      “The emergency contact form for child #3 did not include the telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 28, 2023

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.104(a) Clean, good repair, proper size

      “In the toddler room, straps across the diaper table stairs created a tripping hazard. The straps were mounted to the steps by the operator and were intended to stop the children from climbing them. Two children were observed climbing up and down the steps while the only staff person in the room was changing a diaper. The children were trying to step over the straps while going up and down which created a tripping hazard. .”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 7, 2023

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.82(e) Toilet and sinks proper height

      “The sink in the toddler room lacked steps that are tall enough for all the children observed in the room to easily wash their hands. Staff were observed holding a child on their knee during hand washing and stated the child could not reach the sink on his own.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 7, 2023

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.75(b) Inaccessible to children

      “A bag containing a first aid kit was accessible to children while they were on the playground. The bag was observed on the ground inside the fence near the gate. The bag was not equipped with a lock.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 28, 2023

    • Background checks

      3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

      “The file for staff #1 contained a child abuse clearance which was not renewed within 60 months. The previous child abuse clearance was dated 1/11/18. The current child abuse clearance was dated 7/27/23.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 28, 2023

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety

      “The facility did not have a written policy for the identification and prevention of shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma as required by Announcement C-22-03.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 25, 2023

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.27(e) Letter to parents

      “The operator's letter that is provided to parents explaining the emergency procedures lacked details regarding accommodations for children and the procedures for communicating with parents during and after an emergency”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 25, 2023

  6. Aug 28, 2023Complaint investigation16 rules cited
    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.51 Similar Age Level

      “Based on statements made by staff, on 8/17/23 staff #1 fell asleep while supervising an infant. The sleeping staff was unable to provide active supervision to the infant they were responsible for supervising.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 28, 2023

    • Safe sleep

      3270.106(a) Clean, age appropriate

      “Based on statements made by staff, on 8/17/23 child #1, an infant, slept in a swing for approximately 1 hour.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 28, 2023

    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.113(a) Supervised at all times

      “Based on statements made by staff, on 8/17/23 staff #1 fell asleep while supervising an infant. The sleeping staff was unable to provide active supervision to the infant they were responsible for supervising.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 28, 2023

    • Safe sleep

      3270.119 Infant sleep position

      “Based on statements made by staff, on 8/17/23 child #1, an infant, slept in a swing for approximately 1 hour.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 29, 2023

    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.113(a)(1) Staff assigned to specific children

      “Based on statements made by staff, on 8/17/23 staff #1 fell asleep while supervising an infant. The sleeping staff was unable to provide active supervision, including knowing the whereabouts of the infant they were responsible for supervising.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 28, 2023

    • Safety and hazards

      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 previous inspection report was dated 7/08/22. The current inspection report was dated 7/13/23.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 28, 2023

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test

      “The file for staff #2 contained consecutive health assessments dated more than 24 months apart. The most recent health assessment on file is now current.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 28, 2023

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.133(6) Written consent

      “Equate brand Homeopathic Cold & Cough medicine, which lacked written parental consent, was observed in the medication storage cabinet. The medication was labeled for use by child #2.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 28, 2023

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(3) Immunization record/Dismissal policy

      “The file for child #1, eight months old, lacked documentation of receiving the influenza vaccine. The file for Child #2 contained an immunization record which indicated the child did not receive the influenza vaccine at any time in 2022, however a current 2023 vaccination for influenza is now on file. The files did not contain written exemption letters.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 28, 2023

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.124(b)(2) Physician name, address, phone

      “The emergency contact form for child #3 did not include the telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 28, 2023

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.104(a) Clean, good repair, proper size

      “In the toddler room, straps across the diaper table stairs created a tripping hazard. The straps were mounted to the steps by the operator and were intended to stop the children from climbing them. Two children were observed climbing up and down the steps while the only staff person in the room was changing a diaper. The children were trying to step over the straps while going up and down which created a tripping hazard. .”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 7, 2023

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.82(e) Toilet and sinks proper height

      “The sink in the toddler room lacked steps that are tall enough for all the children observed in the room to easily wash their hands. Staff were observed holding a child on their knee during hand washing and stated the child could not reach the sink on his own.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 7, 2023

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.75(b) Inaccessible to children

      “A bag containing a first aid kit was accessible to children while they were on the playground. The bag was observed on the ground inside the fence near the gate. The bag was not equipped with a lock.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 28, 2023

    • Background checks

      3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

      “The file for staff #1 contained a child abuse clearance which was not renewed within 60 months. The previous child abuse clearance was dated 1/11/18. The current child abuse clearance was dated 7/27/23.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 28, 2023

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety

      “The facility did not have a written policy for the identification and prevention of shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma as required by Announcement C-22-03.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 25, 2023

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.27(e) Letter to parents

      “The operator's letter that is provided to parents explaining the emergency procedures lacked details regarding accommodations for children and the procedures for communicating with parents during and after an emergency”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 25, 2023

  7. Aug 24, 2022Inspection16 rules cited
    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.21 General Health and Safety

      “Loose crib sheets, which present a suffocation risk, were observed in a crib while in use by child #6, an infant.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 1, 2022

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training

      “Staff person #4 did not complete the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): health and safety topics 1-9. Completed training is now on file.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 24, 2022

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.34(a)(6) Staff evaluations

      “The file for staff #4 lacked a written evaluation. The staff person has been employed for over 12 months.(See LIS code sheet)”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 25, 2022

    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.52 Mixed Age Level

      “Upon arrival, staff #3 was observed returning with 2 children from the restroom downstairs. Staff #2 was observed in the PS area with 10 children; 4 young school agers, 5 preschoolers, and 1 older toddler.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 24, 2022

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.65 Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less

      “Three outlets in the preschool area, accessible to children 5 years of age or younger, lacked protective covers.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 24, 2022

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.76 Building Surfaces

      “A wall mounted chalkboard shelf in the school age room was not tightly secured to the wall creating a pinch point.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 31, 2022

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.123(a)(1) Amount of fee

      “The file for child #2 contained an agreement which did not specify the amount of the fee to be charged.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 26, 2022

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.123(a)(2) Date fee to be paid

      “The file for child #2 contained an agreement which did not specify the date on which the fee is to be paid.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 26, 2022

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.124(b)(2) Physician name, address, phone

      “The file for child #2 contained emergency contact information which did not include the address of the child's source of medical care.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 16, 2022

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.124(b)(3) Parent home/work address, phone

      “The files for children #1, #2, and #4 contained emergency contact information which did not include work addresses or telephone numbers for the enrolling parent or guardian.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 9, 2022

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.131(b)(2)/3270.182(1) Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months/Initial and subsequent health reports

      “The file for child #3 contained consecutive health reports conducted more than 12 months apart. The most recent health report on file is now current.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 24, 2022

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.131(e)(1) Exemption documentation from parent/guardian

      “The files for children #2 and #3 contained vaccination records which did not include documentation of receiving the influenza vaccine in accordance with the schedule recommended by the ACIP. Written exemptions were not on file.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 9, 2022

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test

      “The files for staff #1 and #2 contained health assessments conducted more than 24 months apart. The most recent health assessments on file for both staff are now current.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 24, 2022

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.27(a)(6) Emergency plan

      “The facility has not conducted an emergency drill.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 16, 2022

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.31(g) Professional development certificate

      “The file for staff #3 contained documentation of completing the required preservice training, health and safety topics 1-9, on 8/13/16 which is prior to the validity date of September 30, 2016. Documentation of acceptable training is now on file.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 24, 2022

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety

      “The facility's emergency plan did not include details related to continuity of operations.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 16, 2022

Copied from Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning on October 2, 2026; the state's records start around Jun 2021. Rule wording, severity and dates are the state's.

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Is South Side Childrens Center licensed?

Yes. South Side Childrens Center is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.

When was South Side Childrens Center last inspected?

Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on August 25, 2026, with 5 rules cited. It lists 4 visits in the last 3 years.

Has South Side Childrens Center had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 34 rules across 4 of 4 visits in the last 3 years; 33 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 South Side Childrens Center care for?

52, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve school-age children.

Does South Side Childrens Center accept child care subsidies?

Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.

What are South Side Childrens Center's hours?

Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 5:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.

How much does South Side Childrens Center cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (412) 481-6536 to ask.

What is South Side Childrens Center's phone number?

(412) 481-6536.

Where is South Side Childrens Center?

73 S 18th St, Pittsburgh, PA 15203. The nearest other daycare we list is Little Explorers Learning Academy, 0.2 miles away.

Sources: Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning (license and visits).