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Tender Care Learning Center/Clairton
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About Tender Care Learning Center/Clairton
Tender Care Learning Center/Clairton is a child care center in Clairton, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 142 children, serving school-age children.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 5 visits in the last 3 years and cited 58 rules across 5 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
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- Child care center
- Ages
- School-age children
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- Licensed capacity
- 142 children
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| Ages | School-age childrenFrom the state license |
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| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 142 childrenFrom the state license |
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Inspection reports for Tender Care Learning Center/Clairton
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- Certified by the state and operating
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- Certificate of Compliance
- Capacity
- 142 children
- Ages
- School-age children
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- #CER-00243645
Summary
5 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jul 21, 2026: 18 rules cited
Rules cited on 5 of 5 visits · 58 rules in all · 58 corrected
- Records and paperwork 16
- Health, medication and illness 15
- Building, equipment and play areas 9
- Safety and hazards 8
- Staff training and qualifications 5
- Background checks 2
- Supervision and ratios 2
- 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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Jul 21, 2026Inspection18 rules cited
3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL
“The file for Staff #6 contained an FBI fingerprint clearance, dated 8/30/24, issued by the PA Department of Education, making it invalid.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 24, 2026
3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible
“Hand cream, labeled keep out of the reach of children, was observed on the teacher's desk in the school age classroom and accessible to children. A container of Vaseline, labeled keep out of the reach of children, was observed in a low cubby in the bathroom of the Toddler 3 room and accessible to children.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 21, 2026
3270.75(b) Inaccessible to children
“The first aid kit in the School Age room was observed on the bottom shelf of the cubbies, making it accessible to children. The first aid kit in the Toddler 3 room was observed hanging on a low shelf at the entrance of the classroom, making it accessible to children.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 24, 2026
3270.102(a) Clean and good repair
“Cracked magnet tiles were observed in the School Age room, which could cause injury.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 21, 2026
3270.123(b)/3270.182(8) Parent receives original/Copy of initial and subsequent agreements. Parent receives original.
“The file for Child #1 - #7 contained the original agreement form, not a copy.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 21, 2026
3270.124(b)(3) Parent home/work address, phone
“The emergency contact form for Child #3 lacked the work address and work phone number for the enrolling parent.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 27, 2026
3270.124(c) Each child care space
“At the time of inspection, the Infant 2 classroom lacked the emergency contact information for Child #7, who was receiving care in that space. At the time of inspection, the Preschool 4 classroom lacked the emergency contact information for Child #5 and Child #8, who were receiving care in that space. At the time of inspection, the Toddler 1 classroom lacked the emergency contact information for Child #9, who was receiving care in that space.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 24, 2026
3270.124(f)/3270.181(c) Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos
“The file for Child #1, Child #3, Child #4, Child #5, and Child #7 contained an emergency contact form that was not updated within 6 months of the previous update.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 21, 2026
3270.131(b)(1) Infant: updated health report every 6 months
“The most recent health report form on file for Child #3 (YT) is dated 6/27/25, more than 6 months prior to the date of inspection.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 24, 2026
3270.131(c) Completed or signed by physician, PA, or CRNP
“The health report form on file for Child #5 contained a date 0/18/25, making it invalid.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 24, 2026
3270.131(e)(1) Exemption documentation from parent/guardian
“The immunization record on file for Child #3 (YT) lacked the following immunizations: 1 dose of DTAP, 2 doses of Pneumococcal, 1 does of MMR, and 1 dose of Varicella without an exemption letter in the file.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 24, 2026
3270.151(a) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter
“The health assessment on file for Staff #2 is dated 3/10/25, more than 12 months prior to the date of hire in childcare.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 24, 2026
3270.181(c) Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos
“The file for Child #1, Child #3, Child #4, Child #5, and Child #7 contained an agreement form that was not updated within 6 months of the previous update.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 21, 2026
3270.31(f)(10) Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR
“The file for Staff #6 contained an initial Pediatric First Aid/CPR certificate dated 1/15/26, more than 90 days after the date of hire.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 21, 2026
3270.131(a)/3270.182(1) Health information/Initial and subsequent health reports
“The file for Child #4, enrolled more than 60 days, lacked an initial health report form.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 24, 2026
3270.31(e)(4)(ii) Fire safety - 1 yr.
“The two most recent fire safety trainings on file for Staff #4 are dated 6/27/25 and 7/6/26, more than 12 months apart. The two most recent fire safety trainings on file for Staff #5 are dated 1/13/25 and 7/6/26, more than 12 months apart.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 21, 2026
3270.31(e)(4)(i) Age and Training
“The two most recent Pediatric First Aid/CPR trainings on file for Staff #1 are dated 1/4/24 and 2/19/26, exceeding the expiration of the previous certificate. The two most recent Pediatric First Aid/CPR trainings on file for Staff #5 are dated 12/11/23 and 1/15/26, exceeding the expiration of the previous certificate. The most recent Pediatric First Aid/CPR on file for Staff #3 is dated 9/27/23, exceeding its expiration date.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 23, 2026
3270.131(b)(2)/3270.182(1) Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months/Initial and subsequent health reports
“The most recent health report form on file for Child #1 (OT) is dated 8/26/25, more than 12 months prior to the date of inspection.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 12, 2026
Mar 30, 2026Inspection3 rules cited
3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster
“In Toddler 3, peeling paint was observed to the right of the inside window. In Toddler 4, peeling paint was observed below the window.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 30, 2026
3270.102(a) Clean and good repair
“In Preschool 1, Preschool 4, and Preschool 5, rest mats were observed to be ripped in various spots, and not in good repair.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 1, 2026
3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible
“In Preschool 5, A&D Ointment, labeled keep out of the reach of children, was observed on top of a cabinet and accessible to children.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 30, 2026
Jul 17, 2025Inspection23 rules cited
3270.31(e)(4)(i) Age and Training
“The most recent Pediatric First Aid/CPR certificate on file for Staff #6 is dated 5/9/23, exceeding its expiration date.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 2, 2025
3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training
“Staff #3 had completed a Pediatric first aid and CPR training on 8/20/24, however the trainer had not provided documentation that they are PQAS-certified in that training curriculum.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 2, 2025
3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL
“The two most recent Mandated Reporter trainings on file for Staff #4 are dated 1/9/20 and 1/14/25, more than 60 months apart.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 14, 2025
3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible
“Desitin cream and A&D ointment, labeled "keep out of the reach of children," were observed in the bathroom in the Toddler 4 room and accessible to children.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 17, 2025
3270.67(d) Contaminated trash in closed plastic-lined receptacle
“An unlidded trash can, containing a used cup, was observed of the Toddler 4 room.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 17, 2025
3270.75(b) Inaccessible to children
“The first aid kits located in Preschool 2, Toddler 2, and Toddler 3 classrooms were observed hanging from a cubby hook and accessible to children.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 17, 2025
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“A cabinet door was observed to be broken and not in good repair in the Toddler 1 classroom. Wet, soft, and stained ceiling tiles were observed in the hallway outside the Preschool 4 classroom. Standing water in the sandbox cover, cracked playground surfacing, and a rusty, sharp hole on the gate were observed on the lower outdoor play space. Standing water in the sandbox cover and exposed screws on the gate were observed on the upper outdoor play space.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 31, 2025
3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster
“Peeling paint was observed on the wall above the art supplies in the Preschool 3 classroom.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 17, 2025
3270.102(a)/3270.103 Clean and good repair/Small Toys and Objects
“In the Toddler 1 classroom (a room designated for children who are still placing objects in their mouths), the green couch and the soft blocks toybox were observed to contain ripped and peeling vinyl. In the Toddler 2 classroom (a room designated for children who are still placing objects in their mouths), floor mats were observed to contain peeling vinyl and peeling tape. In the Toddler 4 classroom (a room designated for children who are still placing objects in their mouths), a wooden platform at the sink was observed to contain peeling carpet and tape.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 17, 2025
3270.102(a) Clean and good repair
“Ripped vinyl on rest equipment was observed in the Preschool 1 and Preschool 3 classrooms and not in good repair. Cracked magnet tiles were observed to have sharp corners in the Preschool 4 and Preschool 5 classrooms.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 22, 2025
3270.123(a)(3) Services proceeded
“The two most recent assessments for growth and development on file for Child #7 are dated 10/17/24 and 5/9/25, more than 6 months apart.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 18, 2025
3270.124(b)(4)/3270.182(3) Written consent/Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission
“The emergency contact form for Child #1, Child #4, Child #6, and Child #7 lacked a signature for parental consent for emergency medical care.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 18, 2025
3270.124(f)/3270.181(c) Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos
“The file for Child #1, Child #3, Child #4, Child #5, Child #6, and Child #7 contained an emergency contact form that was not updated within 6 months of the previous update. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET)”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 11, 2025
3270.131(b)(1) Infant: updated health report every 6 months
“The most recent health report form on file for Child #1 is dated 7/26/24 (a young toddler at that time), more than 6 months prior. The most recent health report on file for Child #5 (a young toddler) is dated 10/30/24, more than 6 months prior.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 11, 2025
3270.131(b)(2) Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months
“The two most recent health report forms on file for Child #3 are dated 8/22/23 and 4/21/25, more than 12 months apart.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 17, 2025
3270.131(d)(7) Free from contagious/communicable disease
“The health report form on file for Child #4 lacked a statement that the child is able to participate in childcare and is free from communicable disease.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 26, 2025
3270.131(e)(1) Exemption documentation from parent/guardian
“The immunization record on file for Child #5 (18 months) contained 3 out of 4 DTAP vaccines recommended by the ACIP for a child this age; 3 out of 4 pneumococcal vaccines recommended by the ACIP for a child this age; 0 out of 1 MMR vaccines recommended by the ACIP for a child this age; and 0 out of 1 Varicella vaccines recommended by the ACIP for a child this age, without a letter of exemption on file.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 18, 2025
3270.151(a) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter
“The two most recent health assessments on file for Staff #4 are dated 8/4/21 and 7/8/24, more than 24 months apart.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 17, 2025
3270.151(c)(3) Exam communicable disease
“The health assessment on file for Staff #3 does not include the physician's assessment and results for communicable diseases.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 11, 2025
3270.181(c) Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos
“The file for Child #1, Child #3, Child #4, Child #5, Child #6, and Child #7 contained a financial agreement form that was not updated within 6 months of the previous update. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET)”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 11, 2025
3270.182(5) Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission
“The emergency contact form for Child #1, Child #2, Child #4, Child #6, and Child #7 lacked a signature for written parental consent for administration of minor first aid.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 11, 2025
3270.192(5) Two written references
“The file for Staff #2 lacked two written non-family references.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 31, 2025
3270.31(e)(4)(ii) Fire safety - 1 yr.
“The two most recent fire safety trainings on file for Staff #1 are dated 7/13/23 and 1/3/25, more than 12 months apart. The two most recent fire safety trainings on file for Staff #5 are dated 7/21/23 and 1/8/25, more than 12 months apart.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 13, 2025
Jul 23, 2024Inspection13 rules cited
3270.75(c) Has all items
“The first aid kit in the Toddler 2 classroom lacked scissors and soap. The first aid kit in the Preschool 3 classroom lacked tape.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 23, 2024
3270.124(b)(3) Parent home/work address, phone
“The emergency contact form for Child #2 and Child #4 lacked the enrolling parent's work address.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 23, 2024
3270.124(b)(2) Physician name, address, phone
“The emergency contact form for Child #4 lacked an address and phone number for the physician/medical care provider.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 23, 2024
3270.124(b)(6) Insurance coverage information
“The emergency contact form for Child #4 lacked the health insurance coverage name and the health insurance policy number.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 23, 2024
3270.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person
“The emergency contact form for Child #3 and Child #4 lacked an address for the release persons.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 23, 2024
3270.124(f)/3270.181(c) Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos
“The file for Child # 2, Child #4, Child #5, and Child #6 contained an emergency contact form that was not updated within 6 months of the previous update. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET)”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 23, 2024
3270.131(b)(2) Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months
“The file for Child #4, a preschool aged child, lacked an updated health report within the last 12 months. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET)”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 30, 2024
3270.181(c) Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos
“The file for Child # 2, Child #4, Child #5, and Child #6 contained a fee agreement form that was not updated within 6 months of the previous update. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET)”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 23, 2024
3270.124(b)(5) Information re: special needs
“The emergency contact form for Child #4 lacked indication if the child has any special medical needs.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 23, 2024
3270.102(a) Clean and good repair
“On the lower playground, a wooden kitchen contained a piece of broken/split wood that could cause injury.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 23, 2024
3270.123(a)(5) Designated release persons
“The fee agreement form for Child #1 and Child #4 lacked the names of the release persons.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 23, 2024
3270.103 Small Toys and Objects
“On the lower playground, a wooden kitchen contained a loose screw less than 1 inch in diameter and accessible to children who are still placing objects in their mouths.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 23, 2024
3270.123(a)(6)/3270.182(2) Admission date/Application, admission, withdrawal dates
“The fee agreement form for Child #4 did not contain the date of admission.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 23, 2024
May 1, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“The fire alarm 30-day test log includes test dates 9/20/23-10/22/23 and 11/20/23-12/23/23, more than 30 days apart.”
Correction date in the state record: May 2, 2024
Aug 28, 2023Inspection19 rules cited
3270.31(e)(4)(i)/3270.192(2)(iii) Age and Training/Exp, educ., training at facility
“The file for Staff #1 includes verification of First Aid/CPR training dated 4/12/22, after the expiration date of 1/11/22.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 12, 2022
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“On the Upper Playground, standing water was observed on the sandbox cover and in a groove of a red climber that a child was drinking. A gap with a lifted surface was observed on the Upper Playground between a concrete sidewalk and playground pad. On the Lower Playground, standing water was observed on the sandbox cover and a deep divot was observed in the grass that could create a tripping hazard for children in care. In the Preschool 4 Room, a broken door stop plate was observed on the bathroom door on the right that was accessible to children. On the Lower Playground, exposed bolts were observed on the perimeter of the inside of the gate, which is accessible to children.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 28, 2023
3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster
“Peeling paint and plaster were present in the doorway of the Preschool 4 room, observed to be caused by water damage. Peeling paint and rust was observed on the Upper Playground on a climber's post caps that was in reach of children.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 21, 2023
3270.82(e) Toilet and sinks proper height
“There were no steps for children who are walking to approach an adult sized sink in the Infant 2 and Toddler 1 rooms.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 15, 2023
3270.102(a) Clean and good repair
“Cracked and broken magnatiles were observed in the Preschool 3 and Preschool 5 rooms. In the Preschool 3 room, a cracked lego toy bin was observed with pinch points that could cause injury. In Preschool 2 room, foam blocks were observed with teeth marks and missing pieces that were not in good repair. In Preschool 4, a cracked waffle toy was observed with pinch points that could cause injury. On the Upper Playground, a large lizard seesaw was observed to have cracks and pinch points around the neck, which could cause injury. On the Lower Playground, exposed bolts were observed on the perimeter of the inside of the gate, which is accessible to children.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 15, 2023
3270.123(a)(1) Amount of fee
“The agreement on file for Child #5 does not include the amount of the fee to be paid by the parent/guardian.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 12, 2023
3270.123(a)(4) Arrival/departure times
“The agreement on file for Child #7 does not include the child's departure time.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 15, 2023
3270.124(b)(2) Physician name, address, phone
“The emergency contact form on file for Child #4 & Child #5 does not include the complete address for the child's pediatrician/source for medical care.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 12, 2023
3270.124(b)(3) Parent home/work address, phone
“The emergency contact form for Child #5 does not include a complete work and home address for the enrolling parent. The emergency contact form for Child #7 does not include a complete work phone number for the enrolling parent.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 13, 2023
3270.124(b)(6) Insurance coverage information
“The emergency contact form for Child #2 does not include the child's health insurance coverage name. The emergency contact for Child #4 does not include the child's health insurance policy number.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 12, 2023
3270.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person
“The emergency contact forms for Child #4 and Child #5 do not include a complete address for all release persons. The emergency contact form for Child #7 does not include a complete phone number for all release persons.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 13, 2023
3270.124(f)/3270.181(c) Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos
“The most recent 6 month review signature for the emergency contact form and financial agreement on file for Child #2 is dated more than 6 months after the previous 6 month review signature. The most recent 6 month review signature for the emergency contact form and financial agreement on file for Child #5 is dated 1/28/23 and Child #8 is dated 1/21/23, which is more than 6 months prior. The file for Child #4 and Child #7 does not include a 6 month review signature from the date of enrollment for the emergency contact form and financial agreement. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET)”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 12, 2023
3270.131(b)(2)/3270.182(1) Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months/Initial and subsequent health reports
“The most recent health assessment on file for Child #7, who is a preschool age child, is dated 10/27/21, more than 1 year prior.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 21, 2023
3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(3) Immunization record/Dismissal policy
“The most recent influenza vaccination on file for Child #4, who is 4 years old, is dated 12/16/21, is dated more than 1 year ago, and is recommended annually by the ACIP. Child #4 must be dismissed from care by close of business on 9/11/2023, and may only return to care when the immunization record is updated or when a parent provides a written, signed exemption letter.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 12, 2023
3270.31(e)/3270.192(2)(iii) Age and Training/Exp, educ., training at facility
“The file for Staff #3 lacked documentation of 12 completed hours of annual training between 2/21/22-2/21/23.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 12, 2023
3270.75(c) Has all items
“On the lower playground, the first aid kit in the Infant 2 bookbag did not include a pair of tweezers.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 11, 2023
3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(iii) HS/GED + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training at facility
“Staff #3, who is classified as an Assistant Group Supervisor, has 1700 out of 2500 hours of child care experience documented on file.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 21, 2023
3270.31(e)(4)(i)/3270.31(f)(10) Age and Training/Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR
“Staff #4 did not complete the required CPR/First Aid pre-service training within 90 days from their date of hire. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET) The training was completed on 2/26/23.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 26, 2023
3270.131(b)(1)/3270.182(1) Infant: updated health report every 6 months/Initial and subsequent health reports
“The two most recent health assessments on file for Child #2, who is a Young Toddler, are dated 1/18/22 and 9/11/23, more than 6 months apart. The most recent health assessment on file for Child #8, who is a Young Toddler, is dated 12/6/22, more than 6 months prior.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 21, 2023
Apr 20, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
3270.103 Small Toys and Objects
“Observed teeth marks in the foam pegboards in the Preschool #1 Room. This creates a potential choking hazard for children who are still placing objects in their mouths.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 20, 2023
Mar 31, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“Observed baseboards peeling in various areas of in the Preschool 1 and Preschool 5 Rooms.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 31, 2023
- Feb 23, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Jan 24, 2023Inspection4 rules cited
3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible
“Observed two cans of paint in the hallway, which serves as a fire exit from the facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 24, 2023
3270.21 General Health and Safety
“Observed adult scissors, which were accessible to children, on a desk in the Preschool 3 Room.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 24, 2023
3270.91(a) Stairs, exits, etc. unobstructed
“Observed a wheeled trash cart blocking the doorway of the fire exit on the left hallway.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 24, 2023
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“In the hall that serves as a fire exit from the facility, observed a ladder propped against the wall, which creates a potential toppling hazard,”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 24, 2023
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Dec 2, 2022Inspection4 rules cited
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“SECOND VIOLATION. An electrical outlet was observed to have a broken front cover, causing a sharp edge. Previously cited on SIN-00214332 on 11/2/22.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 2, 2022
3270.103 Small Toys and Objects
“Small rubber bands with a diameter of less than 1 inch were observed in the bathroom of the Toddler 4 Room in an unlocked cabinet, accessible to children who may still be placing objects in their mouths.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 2, 2022
3270.102(a) Clean and good repair
“The playhouse in the lower PG was observed to have a shutter broken off, causing a rough edge around the window.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 2, 2022
3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster
“Peeling paint was observed on the wall above the book area in the PS 2 Room and on the wall above the chair rail in the Infant 2 Room.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 2, 2022
Nov 23, 2022Visit1 rule cited
3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL
“Staff Person #1 has been named as a perpetrator in an indicated case of child abuse. Staff Person #1 cannot work at the childcare facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 12, 2022
Nov 2, 2022Inspection2 rules cited
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“Two holes large enough for a child's foot were observed around the shed in the lower outdoor play space.”
3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible
“Toxic Clorox was observed to be accessible to children in an unlocked cabinet in the Toddler 4 Room.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 2, 2022
Oct 18, 2022Inspection5 rules cited
3270.25(b) Post the inspection summary
“Open Inspection Summaries, SIN-00211310 and SIN-00211324, were not posted in a conspicuous location used by parents at the facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 18, 2022
3270.52 Mixed Age Level
“Upon arrival to the facility at 10:15 AM on 10 18.22, Staff # 1 was observed on the lower playground with 7 children - 6 OT and 1 PS.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 18, 2022
3270.61(c) 40 square feet wall-to-wall
“Upon assessment of supervision and ratio in the Toddler 3 Room at 10:25 AM on 10/18/22, 11 children were observed in care. The Toddler 3 Room has a measured capacity of 10 children.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 18, 2022
3270.91(a) Stairs, exits, etc. unobstructed
“The door between the PS 5 and SA Room was observed to be obstructed, with bins in front of the door.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 18, 2022
3270.69(b) 110º F or less
“The water at the sinks used for handwashing, in both the Infant 1 and Toddler 4 Rooms, was measured at 116 degrees F.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 18, 2022
Sep 13, 2022Complaint investigation7 rules cited
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“Staff person #5 was observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person #5 has not completed the following pre-service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: Pediatric First Aid/CPR in an approved curriculum from a PQAS Instructor, Mandated Reporter Training, and Health and Safety Training.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 13, 2022
3270.21/3270.132(a) General Health and Safety/Contact parent/keep record
“On 9/12/22, Child #2 received serious bodily injuries due to lack of supervision. Based on an interview with Staff Person #2, she believed Child #2 sustained his injuries by climbing out an open window located in the Toddler 4 Room on the second floor and falling off the second floor roof onto the ground outside. Staff Person #2 did not call 911 for emergency care nor was Child #2's parent notified of the incident until she arrived approximately ten minutes later at the regular pick-up time.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 13, 2022
3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training
“Staff person #4 has acceptable pediatric first aid/CPR training in an approved curriculum; however, the trainer has not provided documentation that they are PQAS-certified in that training topic.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 13, 2022
3270.51 Similar Age Level
“Based on an interview with Staff Person #2 and review of written statements from Staff Persons #1 and #2, it was verified that on 9/12/22 at approximately 5:15 PM, Child #2 was found outside the facility lacking staff supervision, thereby resulting in the staff to child ratio being 0 to 1. It is unknown how long Child #2 was unsupervised outside, and it was later confirmed that Child #2 had endured serious bodily injuries.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 23, 2022
3270.113(a) Supervised at all times
“Based on interviews with Staff Persons #2 and #3, a written statement from Staff Person #3, and a review of documents, on 9/12/22 at approximately 5:00 PM, Staff Person #1 was assigned responsibility for supervising a mixed age group of 5 young toddlers and older toddlers in the Toddler 4 Room. At approximately 5:10 PM, after two of those children had been picked up, Staff Person #1 called the office to inform Staff Person #2 that she did not know the whereabouts of Child #1 and Child #2 who were in her care. It is unknown how long Child #1 and Child #2 were unsupervised. Child #1 was found hiding behind a toy shelf near an open window in the Toddler 4 Room. At approximately 5:15 PM, Child #2 was found outside of the two-story building near the entrance to the first-floor level of the building by an employee of another business located on that level. (The childcare facility is located on the second floor of the building.) As a result of Child #2 not being supervised, he sustained serious bodily injuries.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 23, 2022
3270.72(d) Above ground window opening restricted to 6"
“Based on an interview with Staff Person #2 and a written statement from Staff Person #1, it was confirmed that on the afternoon of 9/12/22, the far right window of the Toddler 4 Room was open more than six inches while children were receiving care in the room. The Toddler 4 Room is located on the second floor of the building and the window opened directly to the outdoors. Based on an interview with Staff Person #2, Staff Person #1 had opened the window because she was hot.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 13, 2022
3270.113(a)(1) Staff assigned to specific children
“Based on interviews with Staff Persons #2 and #3, a written statement from Staff Person #3, and a review of documents, on 9/12/22 at approximately 5:00 PM, Staff Person #1 was assigned responsibility for supervising a mixed age group of 5 young toddlers and older toddlers in the Toddler 4 Room. At approximately 5:10 PM, after two of those children had been picked up, Staff Person #1 called the office to inform Staff Person #2 that she did not know the whereabouts of Child #1 and Child #2 who were in her care. It is unknown how long Child #1 and Child #2 were unsupervised. Child #1 was found hiding behind a toy shelf near an open window in the Toddler 4 Room. At approximately 5:15 PM, Child #2 was found outside of the two-story building near the entrance to the first-floor level of the building by an employee of another business located on that level. (The childcare facility is located on the second floor of the building.) As a result of Child #2 not being supervised, he sustained serious bodily injuries.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 23, 2022
Sep 13, 2022Inspection7 rules cited
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“Staff person #5 was observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person #5 has not completed the following pre-service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: Pediatric First Aid/CPR in an approved curriculum from a PQAS Instructor, Mandated Reporter Training, and Health and Safety Training.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 13, 2022
3270.21/3270.132(a) General Health and Safety/Contact parent/keep record
“On 9/12/22, Child #2 received serious bodily injuries due to lack of supervision. Based on an interview with Staff Person #2, she believed Child #2 sustained his injuries by climbing out an open window located in the Toddler 4 Room on the second floor and falling off the second floor roof onto the ground outside. Staff Person #2 did not call 911 for emergency care nor was Child #2's parent notified of the incident until she arrived approximately ten minutes later at the regular pick-up time.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 13, 2022
3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training
“Staff person #4 has acceptable pediatric first aid/CPR training in an approved curriculum; however, the trainer has not provided documentation that they are PQAS-certified in that training topic.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 13, 2022
3270.51 Similar Age Level
“Based on an interview with Staff Person #2 and review of written statements from Staff Persons #1 and #2, it was verified that on 9/12/22 at approximately 5:15 PM, Child #2 was found outside the facility lacking staff supervision, thereby resulting in the staff to child ratio being 0 to 1. It is unknown how long Child #2 was unsupervised outside, and it was later confirmed that Child #2 had endured serious bodily injuries.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 23, 2022
3270.113(a) Supervised at all times
“Based on interviews with Staff Persons #2 and #3, a written statement from Staff Person #3, and a review of documents, on 9/12/22 at approximately 5:00 PM, Staff Person #1 was assigned responsibility for supervising a mixed age group of 5 young toddlers and older toddlers in the Toddler 4 Room. At approximately 5:10 PM, after two of those children had been picked up, Staff Person #1 called the office to inform Staff Person #2 that she did not know the whereabouts of Child #1 and Child #2 who were in her care. It is unknown how long Child #1 and Child #2 were unsupervised. Child #1 was found hiding behind a toy shelf near an open window in the Toddler 4 Room. At approximately 5:15 PM, Child #2 was found outside of the two-story building near the entrance to the first-floor level of the building by an employee of another business located on that level. (The childcare facility is located on the second floor of the building.) As a result of Child #2 not being supervised, he sustained serious bodily injuries.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 23, 2022
3270.72(d) Above ground window opening restricted to 6"
“Based on an interview with Staff Person #2 and a written statement from Staff Person #1, it was confirmed that on the afternoon of 9/12/22, the far right window of the Toddler 4 Room was open more than six inches while children were receiving care in the room. The Toddler 4 Room is located on the second floor of the building and the window opened directly to the outdoors. Based on an interview with Staff Person #2, Staff Person #1 had opened the window because she was hot.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 13, 2022
3270.113(a)(1) Staff assigned to specific children
“Based on interviews with Staff Persons #2 and #3, a written statement from Staff Person #3, and a review of documents, on 9/12/22 at approximately 5:00 PM, Staff Person #1 was assigned responsibility for supervising a mixed age group of 5 young toddlers and older toddlers in the Toddler 4 Room. At approximately 5:10 PM, after two of those children had been picked up, Staff Person #1 called the office to inform Staff Person #2 that she did not know the whereabouts of Child #1 and Child #2 who were in her care. It is unknown how long Child #1 and Child #2 were unsupervised. Child #1 was found hiding behind a toy shelf near an open window in the Toddler 4 Room. At approximately 5:15 PM, Child #2 was found outside of the two-story building near the entrance to the first-floor level of the building by an employee of another business located on that level. (The childcare facility is located on the second floor of the building.) As a result of Child #2 not being supervised, he sustained serious bodily injuries.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 23, 2022
Jan 12, 2022Inspection4 rules cited
3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test
“Staff files #2, #3, #4, and #6 contain health assessments that were updated late.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 9, 2022
3270.151(c)(5)/3270.192(3) Physician/CRNP assessment/Health assessment, TB test
“The health assessment on file for staff #5 lacks the physician's or CRNP's assessment of the person's suitability to provide child care.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 9, 2022
3270.31(f)(10)/3270.192(2)(iii) Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR/Exp, educ., training at facility
“The file for staff #5 contains first aid and CPR training that was conducted late. The training was due on 12/7/21 and was completed on 1/26/22.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 9, 2022
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 current health assessment.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 9, 2022
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FAQ
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Is Tender Care Learning Center/Clairton licensed?
Yes. Tender Care Learning Center/Clairton is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
When was Tender Care Learning Center/Clairton last inspected?
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on July 21, 2026, with 18 rules cited. It lists 5 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Tender Care Learning Center/Clairton had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 58 rules across 5 of 5 visits in the last 3 years; 58 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 Tender Care Learning Center/Clairton care for?
142, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve school-age children.
Does Tender Care Learning Center/Clairton accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Tender Care Learning Center/Clairton's hours?
Its hours are not listed. Call (412) 469-3188 to confirm.
How much does Tender Care Learning Center/Clairton cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (412) 469-3188 to ask.
What is Tender Care Learning Center/Clairton's phone number?
(412) 469-3188.
Where is Tender Care Learning Center/Clairton?
550 Coal Valley Rd, Clairton, PA 15025. The nearest other daycare we list is Little Kids Playcare, 0.5 miles away.