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Sprout & Sparkle Academy
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About Sprout & Sparkle Academy
Sprout & Sparkle Academy is a group home daycare in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 12 children.
As a home daycare, the provider shares the address with families when you call.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 6 visits in the last 3 years and cited 32 rules across 6 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
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- Type
- Group home daycare
- Ages
- Ask the daycare
- Hours today
- Not listed
- Licensed capacity
- 12 children
Hours
Hours
Hours not listed. Call (412) 339-0596 to confirm.
Programs
Programs and care
| Setting | Group child care homeFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 12 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Sprout & Sparkle Academy has not listed its tuition.
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State record
Inspection reports for Sprout & Sparkle Academy
License
- Status
- Certified by the state and operating
- License type
- Certificate of Compliance
- Capacity
- 12 children
- License number
- #CER-00256577
Summary
6 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Apr 22, 2026: 5 rules cited
Rules cited on 6 of 6 visits · 32 rules in all · 25 corrected
- Building, equipment and play areas 9
- Safety and hazards 7
- Supervision and ratios 4
- Health, medication and illness 4
- Staff training and qualifications 3
- Records and paperwork 3
- Background checks 1
- Safe sleep 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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Apr 22, 2026Inspection5 rules cited
3280.113(a)(1) Staff assigned to specific children
“On 4/22/26 at approximately 2:05pm, Staff #1 was observed caring for 7 children (4 PS and 3 OT) independently. No other staff was present at the facility at the time. A preschool child was observed alone in the infant room. No staff was present with the child in the infant room. At approximately 2:15pm, Staff #1 left the toddler room and went into the kitchen leaving the 7 children unattended with no staff person present. At approximately 2:20pm, Staff #1 left the toddler room and went into the infant room leaving the 7 children unattended with no staff person present. At approximately 2:25pm, Staff #1 was observed talking on a cell phone while supervising 6 children on cots and 1 child moving about the toddler room.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 29, 2026
3280.32(a)/3280.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“The file for Staff #1 (See LIS Code Sheet) lacked a valid FBI clearance.”
Correction date in the state record: May 1, 2026
3280.105(f) 2 feet apart
“On 4/22/26 at approximately 2:25pm, 3 children were observed to be resting on cots which lacked at least 2 feet of required space on 3 sides.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 29, 2026
3280.52(c) Mixed age levels
“On 4/22/26 at approximately 2:05pm, Staff #1 was observed caring for 7 children (4 PS and 3 OT) independently. No other staff was present at the facility at the time. A preschool child was observed alone in the infant room. No staff was present with the child in the infant room. At approximately 2:15pm, Staff #1 left the toddler room and went into the kitchen leaving the 7 children unattended with no staff person present. At approximately 2:20pm, Staff #1 left the toddler room and went into the infant room leaving the 7 children unattended with no staff person present. At approximately 2:25pm, Staff #1 was observed talking on a cell phone while supervising 6 children on cots and 1 child moving about the toddler room.”
3280.113(a) Supervised at all times
“On 4/22/26 at approximately 2:05pm, Staff #1 was observed caring for 7 children (4 PS and 3 OT) independently. No other staff was present at the facility at the time. A preschool child was observed alone in the infant room. No staff was present with the child in the infant room. At approximately 2:15pm, Staff #1 left the toddler room and went into the kitchen leaving the 7 children unattended with no staff person present. At approximately 2:20pm, Staff #1 left the toddler room and went into the infant room leaving the 7 children unattended with no staff person present. At approximately 2:25pm, Staff #1 was observed talking on a cell phone while supervising 6 children on cots and 1 child moving about the toddler room.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 29, 2026
Mar 18, 2026Inspection10 rules cited
3280.69(a) 110º F or less
“The water temperature at the sink in the infant room was 130.3°F. The water temperature in the main restroom was 125.9°F. The water temperature in the upstairs restroom was 127°F.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 3, 2026
3280.31(f) Age and training
“Staff person #1 has completed Pediatric first aid and CPR training, however the trainer has not provided documentation that they are PQAS-certified in that training curriculum.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 3, 2026
3280.14/3280.20 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“On 3/18/26 at approximately 10:30am, Staff person #1 was observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person #1 has completed Pediatric first aid and CPR training, however the trainer has not provided documentation that they are PQAS-certified in that training curriculum.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 3, 2026
3280.66(a) Locked or inaccessible - in original container
“Observed ZEP carpet shampoo on the floor in the kitchen area accessible to children.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 3, 2026
3280.76 Building Surfaces
“The white board in the toddler room is chipping along the bottom base. The ceiling above the white board in the preschool room was cracked and needs repaired.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 3, 2026
3280.181(c) Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos
“The most recent review and update for the financial agreement on file for Child #1 was dated 7/22/25, more than 6 months ago.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 3, 2026
3280.131(b)(2)/3280.182(1) Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months/Initial and subsequent health assessments
“The current health report on file for Child #1, a preschooler, dated 3/2/26 was obtained more than 12 months from the previous health report dated 1/26/25.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 3, 2026
3280.131(b)(1)/3280.182(1) Infant: updated health report every 6 months/Initial and subsequent health assessments
“The current health report on file for Child #2, a young toddler, dated 11/12/25 was obtained more than 6 months from the previous health report dated 4/7/25.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 3, 2026
3280.124(b)(2) Physician name, address, phone
“The emergency contact form for Child #1 lacked the telephone number of the child's physician.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 3, 2026
3280.103 Small Toys and Objects
“There was exposed styrofoam and packaging bubbles accessible to children in a box in the infant room.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 3, 2026
Nov 24, 2025Inspection5 rules cited
3280.52(c) Mixed age levels
“On 11/24/25, at approximately 10am, in the Toddler Room, Staff #1 was observed caring for 6 children; 2 younger toddlers, 1 older toddler, and 3 preschoolers.”
3280.76 Building Surfaces
“The door frame around the main entrance was removed, exposing splintered wood and chipped mortar.”
3280.95(a)/3280.95(b) FIRE DETECTION/Staff responsibility
“Documentation of the fire alarm system test shows more than 30 days between testing between 6/17/25 and 7/18/25.”
3280.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster
“There was peeling paint on the doors between the following rooms/areas; back porch and infant room, infant room and toddler room, toddler room and entry hall. Peeling paint was also observed on the fireplace in the toddler room.”
3280.151(a)/3280.192(3) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test
“The initial health assessment and TB screening results for Staff #2 were obtained after providing service in a child care setting.”
Jun 4, 2025Visit1 rule cited
3280.20 General Health and Safety
“There are 6 steps from the back deck which is approximately four feet off the ground to access the outdoor play space lack a handrail.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 11, 2025
Mar 26, 2025Inspection6 rules cited
3280.67(d) Contaminated trash in closed plastic-lined receptacle
“Paper towels and tissues contaminated by human secretions/excrements were observed in the downstairs bathroom trash can which lacked a plastic liner.”
Correction date in the state record: May 30, 2025
3280.66(a) Locked or inaccessible - in original container
“There were cleaning and construction materials (Power Glue; Simple Green; Lysol Spray; Paint) labeled "Keep out of reach of children" observed in the upstairs hall closet and bathroom closet which were unlocked and accessible to children.”
Correction date in the state record: May 30, 2025
3280.20/3280.76 General Health and Safety/Building Surfaces
“In the kitchen, the basement door was off the hinges and placed in the opening to the basement stairs without being secured. In the outdoor play space there was a piece of broken glass on the ground.”
Correction date in the state record: May 30, 2025
3280.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster
“Chipped and peeling paint was observed in the following locations: The wooden porch leading to the deck, the stairs leading to the second floor, the inside of the second floor bathroom closet, the second floor bathroom door, the corner next to the wall cubbies in the infant room, and the french doors from the infant room to the outdoor porch area.”
Correction date in the state record: May 30, 2025
3280.20 General Health and Safety
“There are 6 steps from the back deck which is approximately four feet off the ground to access the outdoor play space lack a handrail.”
3280.61(a)/3280.71 Indoor space- small muscle/Heat Source
“At approximately 11:45am, staff #1 was observed doing meal prep activities in the Kitchen with 3 children. The Kitchen is not a measured child care space. The Kitchen contains an operable stove.”
Correction date in the state record: May 30, 2025
Dec 18, 2024Inspection5 rules cited
3280.63 Unsafe Areas in Outdoor Space
“The outdoor deck, located behind the house approximately 4 feet above the ground, was partially surrounded by a railing. There was approximately a 3 foot section that was lacking the railing. Per the operator, the deck construction was not yet complete.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 3, 2025
3280.26(a)(3) Contact when arises
“The facility's emergency plan lacked a method to contact parents as soon as possible when an emergency situation arises.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 1, 2025
3280.17 Liability Insurance
“The operator lacked a copy of the liability insurance for the facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 1, 2025
3280.14/3280.20 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“The facility's policy for Shaken Baby Syndrome/Abusive Head Trauma lacked recognition of potential signs/symptoms of SBS/AHT and lacked prevention and identification of child maltreatment as per Announcement C-22-03 .”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 1, 2025
3280.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster
“In the infant room, there was peeling paint on the bottom of the doors leading to the back porch.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 3, 2025
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FAQ
Questions about Sprout & Sparkle Academy
Is Sprout & Sparkle Academy licensed?
Yes. Sprout & Sparkle Academy is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
When was Sprout & Sparkle Academy last inspected?
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on April 22, 2026, with 5 rules cited. It lists 6 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Sprout & Sparkle Academy had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 32 rules across 6 of 6 visits in the last 3 years; 25 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 Sprout & Sparkle Academy care for?
12, the licensed capacity on the state record.
Does Sprout & Sparkle Academy accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Sprout & Sparkle Academy's hours?
Its hours are not listed. Call (412) 339-0596 to confirm.
How much does Sprout & Sparkle Academy cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (412) 339-0596 to ask.
What is Sprout & Sparkle Academy's phone number?
(412) 339-0596.
Where is Sprout & Sparkle Academy?
Pittsburgh, PA 15208. It is a home daycare, so the provider shares the street address with families directly.