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Tiny Smiles Childcare

245 Butter Rd Suite 7, Kittanning, PA 16201
licensed capacity
51
open each week
5 days

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About Tiny Smiles Childcare

Tiny Smiles Childcare is a child care center in Kittanning, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 51 children, serving school-age children.

It is open Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM.

Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 7 visits in the last 3 years and cited 110 rules across 7 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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Child care center
Ages
School-age children
Hours today
Closed today
Licensed capacity
51 children

Hours

Hours

Monday6:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Tuesday6:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Wednesday6:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Thursday6:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Friday6:00 AM to 6:00 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 capacity51 childrenFrom the state license

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Inspection reports for Tiny Smiles Childcare

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

7 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Mar 13, 2026: 6 rules cited

Rules cited on 7 of 7 visits · 110 rules in all · 88 corrected

  • Staff training and qualifications 31
  • Safety and hazards 19
  • Health, medication and illness 15
  • Records and paperwork 14
  • Building, equipment and play areas 9
  • Supervision and ratios 9
  • Background checks 8
  • Food and nutrition 2
  • Safe sleep 1
  • Discipline and child guidance 1
  • Transportation 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. Mar 13, 2026Inspection6 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.34(a)(6) Staff evaluations

      “2ND CITATION: The files for Staff person #9 and #10 lacked a current written staff evaluation. The most recent staff evaluation on file for Staff person #9 was dated 2/16/24. The most recent staff evaluation on file for Staff person #10 was dated 1/16/24. Previously cited 1/13/26”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 23, 2026

    • Background checks

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

      “2ND CITATION: The file for Staff person #3 lacked a PA State Criminal clearance. (See LIS Code Sheet) The file for Staff person #6 lacked a DHS FBI clearance; the file for Staff person #6 contained an FBI clearance from the Department of Education dated 8/31/23. The file for Staff person #6 lacked a PA Child Abuse clearance for the purpose of employment; the file for Staff person #6 contained a PA Child Abuse clearance for the purpose of volunteering. (See LIS Code Sheet) The file for Staff person #8 contained a PA Criminal clearance that lacked the dissemination date. (See LIS Code Sheet). Previously cited 1/13/26”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 23, 2026

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training

      “2ND CITATION: Staff persons #1 and #3 have not completed the following required pre- service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Pediatric First Aid and CPR. Previously cited on 1/13/26”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 23, 2026

    • Food and nutrition

      3270.107 Refrigerator

      “2ND CITATION: The refrigerators in the infant room and eating area lacked an operating thermometers. Previously cited 1/13/26”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 23, 2026

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.192(5) Two written references

      “2ND CITATION The file for Staff #3 lacked two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person. The file for Staff person #7 lacked one written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person. Previously cited 1/13/26”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 30, 2026

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.36(b)(5) HS/GED + 2 yrs

      “2ND CITATION: The file for Staff person #3, identified as Assistant Group Supervisors, lacked documentation of 2 years experience with children. Previously cited 1/13/26”
  2. Jan 13, 2026Inspection26 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.75(c) Has all items

      “The first aid kit in the Main area lacked soap.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 9, 2026

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.65 Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less

      “In the eating area, there was an open outlet accessible to children 5 years of age or younger.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 9, 2026

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.62(a)/3270.62(c) Large muscle space provided/Space safe for large muscle activity

      “The facility lacked a usable indoor or outdoor space to be used for large muscle activity. The previously identified gross motor space was not safe for large muscle activity. The space was being utilized for storage.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 9, 2026

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.36(b)(5) HS/GED + 2 yrs

      “The file for Staff person #1 and #8, identified as Assistant Group Supervisors, lacked documentation of a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate. The files for Staff person #2 and #3, identified as Assistant Group Supervisors, lacked documentation of a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate and 2 years experience with children.”
    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.34(c) Employed and present 30 hrs/wk

      “Based on staff statements, the facility lacks a director present at the facility a minimum of 30 hours per week.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 9, 2026

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.34(a)(6) Staff evaluations

      “The files for Staff person #9 and #10 lacked a current written staff evaluation. The most recent staff evaluation on file for Staff person #9 was dated 2/16/24. The most recent staff evaluation on file for Staff person #10 was dated 1/16/24.”
    • Background checks

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

      “The file for Staff person #1 lacked an NSOR certificate. (See LIS Code Sheet) The file for Staff person #2 lacked a PA Child Abuse clearance. The file for Staff person #2 lacked out of state clearances. (See LIS Code Sheet) The file for Staff person #3 lacked a PA State Criminal clearance. (See LIS Code Sheet) The file for Staff person #6 lacked a DHS FBI clearance; the file for Staff person #6 contained an FBI clearance from the Department of Education dated 8/31/23. The file for Staff person #6 lacked a PA Child Abuse clearance for the purpose of employment; the file for Staff person #6 contained a PA Child Abuse clearance for the purpose of volunteering. (See LIS Code Sheet) The file for Staff person #8 contained a PA Criminal clearance that lacked the dissemination date. (See LIS Code Sheet).”
    • Records and paperwork

      3270.123(a)(6)/3270.182(2) Admission date/Application, admission, withdrawal dates

      “The agreement form for Child #3 lacked the date of the child's admission.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 9, 2026

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training

      “Staff persons #1, #3, and #6 have not completed the following required pre- service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Pediatric First Aid and CPR.”
    • Records and paperwork

      3270.123(b)/3270.182(8) Parent receives original/Copy of initial and subsequent agreements. Parent receives original.

      “The file for Child #4 contained the original agreement form.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 9, 2026

    • 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 most recent health report on file for Child #1, an older toddler, was dated 8/30/24 which was obtained more than 12 months ago. The most recent health report on file for Child #2 , a preschooler, was dated 2/26/24 which was obtained more than 12 months ago.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 9, 2026

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training

      “Staff person #7 has completed first aid and CPR training, however the training was not completed through a Pennsylvania Quality Assurance System (PQAS) approved curriculum and the trainer has not provided documentation that they are PQAS-certified in that training curriculum.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 9, 2026

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.31(e)(4)(i) Age and Training

      “The file for Staff person #4 contained current documentation of pediatric first aid and CPR training completed on 4/30/25 which was obtained after the previous pediatric first aid and CPR training expired in July 2024. The file for Staff person #5 contained documentation of current pediatric first aid and CPR training completed on 3/27/25 which was obtained after the previous pediatric first aid and CPR training expired in February 2025.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 9, 2026

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.27(c) Training regarding plan

      “The files for Staff person #1, #3, #6, and #7 lacked documentation of emergency plan training at the time of initial employment.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 9, 2026

    • Staff training and qualifications

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

      “Staff persons #2 and #3 were observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff persons #2 and #3 have not completed the following pre- service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: health and safety topics and Pediatric First Aid and CPR.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 9, 2026

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.151(a) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter

      “The file for Staff person #2 contained a current health assessment dated 11/22/25 which was obtained after they started working in a child care position. The file for Staff person #3 contained a current health assessment dated 10/16/25 which was obtained after they started working in a child care position. The file for Staff person #8 contained a current health assessment dated1/8/26 which was obtained after they started working in a child care position. The file for Staff person #10 lacked a current health assessment; the most recent health assessment on file was dated 8/16/23.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 9, 2026

    • Food and nutrition

      3270.107 Refrigerator

      “The refrigerator in the infant room lacked an operating thermometer.”
    • Records and paperwork

      3270.123(a)(4) Arrival/departure times

      “The agreement form for Child #4 lacked arrival and departure times.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 9, 2026

    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.123(a)(5) Designated release persons

      “The agreement form for Child #3 lacked persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 9, 2026

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster

      “In the eating area, there was peeling paint next to the outlet. In the toddler area, there was peeling paint on the walls and window frames.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 9, 2026

    • Background checks

      3270.192(4) CPSL information

      “The Disclosure Statement on file for Staff person #7 lacked the date of the employee's signature. (See LIS Code Sheet)”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 9, 2026

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.192(5) Two written references

      “The file for Staff person #2, and #3 lacked two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person. The file for Staff person #7 lacked one written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.”
    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.31(e) Age and Training

      “The file for Staff person #9 contained 8 of the required annual 12 hours of child care training. The file for Staff person #10 contained 1 of the required annual 12 hours of child care training.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 9, 2026

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.131(a)/3270.131(e) Health information/ACIP recommended immunization record

      “The file for Child #3, enrolled more than 60 days, lacked a child health report.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 9, 2026

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.123(a) Signed

      “The agreement form for Child #3 lacked the signature of the operator.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 9, 2026

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.102(a) Clean and good repair

      “The plastic on the toy veterinarian station in the main room was broken exposing sharp edges.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 9, 2026

  3. Oct 2, 2025Inspection12 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.192(5) Two written references

      “The file for Staff #4, lacked two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the suitability to serve as a facility person.”

      Correction date in the state record: Dec 3, 2025

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.192(2)(iv) Transcript, diploma and letters

      “The file for Staff #4 lacked proof of qualifications for education in the form of a diploma, transcript, or letter signed by a representative or the experiential, educational or training entity.”

      Correction date in the state record: Dec 3, 2025

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.192(2)(i) Age

      “The file for Staff #4 did not include verification of age.”

      Correction date in the state record: Dec 3, 2025

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.192(1) Name, address, and phone

      “The file for Staff #4 did not include the address and telephone number of the facility person.”

      Correction date in the state record: Dec 3, 2025

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.191 Individual Records

      “There was no file provided for Staff #4 at the time of inspection.”

      Correction date in the state record: Dec 3, 2025

    • Supervision and ratios

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

      “In the Main Classroom at approximately 10:15 AM Staff #1 identified 6 Older Toddler Aged children as part of their assigned group. At this time, Staff #2 identified 5 Preschool Aged children as part of their assigned group. Cert Rep observed 14 children receiving care in the classroom therefore leaving Child #1, #2, and #3 not identified as being in an assigned primary group. At approximately 10:25 AM, Staff #4 was observed in the Baby Space with three infants. Staff #4 when asked to identify their group, name the three infants in the Baby Space and also Child #4 who was observed in a pack n play outside the doorway in the Main Room. Therefore Staff #4 was not physically present with Child #4.”

      Correction date in the state record: Dec 8, 2025

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.151(c)(2)/3270.192(3) Mantoux TB/Health assessment, TB test

      “The file for Staff #4 did not contain the results of a tuberculin skin test, x-ray or other medical documentation necessary to confirm freedom from communicable tuberculosis.”

      Correction date in the state record: Dec 3, 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 file for Staff #4 lacked a Health Assessment.”

      Correction date in the state record: Dec 3, 2025

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.94(a)(1) Every 60 days

      “Based on Fire Drill Log documentation, the last fire drill occurred more that 60 days prior to the current documented fire drill 6/9/25-10/2/25 (115 days).”

      Correction date in the state record: Oct 22, 2025

    • Staff training and qualifications

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

      “Staff #4 was observed acting as an AGS in the Baby Space. The file for Staff #4, lacked verification of childcare experience, education and training prior to service at the facility, to qualify as an AGS.”

      Correction date in the state record: Dec 3, 2025

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.91(a) Stairs, exits, etc. unobstructed

      “A pack n play with an infant inside was observed taking up the whole doorway blocking the only exit from the Baby Space Classroom which had three infants and a staff person in the room.”

      Correction date in the state record: Oct 22, 2025

    • Background checks

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

      “The file for Staff #4 lacked a PA State Police Clearance, PA Child Abuse Clearance, FBI Clearance, NSOR Certificate, and Disclosure Statement. Staff #4 was observed alone unsupervised caring for children.”

      Correction date in the state record: Dec 3, 2025

  4. Aug 7, 2025Inspection13 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training

      “Staff person #3 has not completed the following required pre- service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Health and Safety training, and Pediatric First Aid and CPR.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 4, 2025

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.32(a)/3270.192(2)(iii) Comply with CPSL/Exp, educ., training at facility

      “Staff person #3 has not completed mandated reporter training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet).”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 22, 2025

    • Background checks

      3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL

      “The file for Staff #1 (See LIS Code Sheet) contained an FBI clearance from the Department of Education dated 8/15/24. The file for Staff #5 (See LIS Code Sheet) contained an NSOR certificate dated 6/16/20 which was obtained over 60 months ago.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 4, 2025

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.65 Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less

      “There was an open outlet in the gross motor play area accessible to children 5 years of age or younger.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 4, 2025

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible

      “In the large restroom, on the lower shelf under the changing table, were sunscreen and diaper cream labeled "Keep out of reach of children" accessible to children.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 4, 2025

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.192(5) Two written references

      “The file for Staff #2 lacked two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 4, 2025

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance

      “Documentation of the fire alarm system test shows more than 30 days between testing. (3/20/25 and 4/23/25; 5/6/25 and 6/9/25).”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 4, 2025

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.61 Measurement and use of indoor child care space

      “The Activity Room, located through the large restroom, was being used as a storage area and not set up to care for children (no required postings; no first aid kit; etc.).”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 4, 2025

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.69(b) 110º F or less

      “The water temperature in both the small and large restrooms was 123°F.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 4, 2025

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.91(a) Stairs, exits, etc. unobstructed

      “The emergency exit from the main room was obstructed by a sink/cabinet. The walkway to the emergency exit near the restrooms was partially obstructed by cots laying in the hallway.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 4, 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 most recent health assessment of file for Staff #2 was dated 11/15/22 which was more than 24 months ago.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 30, 2025

    • Background checks

      3270.192(4) CPSL information

      “The file for Staff #1 (See LIS Code Sheet) lacked a disclosure form.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 4, 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 #4 lacked a copy of their High School Diploma/GED.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 4, 2025

  5. Jan 21, 2025Inspection44 rules cited
    • Safe sleep

      3270.106(f) 2 feet apart

      “At approximately 1:30pm, in the main room, 22 children were resting on cots and Port-a-cribs for naptime. All of the rest equipment lacked at least 2 feet of space on three sides.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 27, 2025

    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1) Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children

      “At approximately 10:40am, there were 9 children in the eating area with no staff present. Staff #1 who was assigned the responsibility for supervising the 9 children, left the eating area to accompany a child to the restroom located outside of the eating area.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 27, 2025

    • Records and paperwork

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

      “The agreement form for Child #1 lacked the date on which the fee is to be paid.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 27, 2025

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.82(h) Handwashing signs

      “There was a urinal in the boys' restroom that lacked a handwashing sign.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 27, 2025

    • Discipline and child guidance

      3270.123(a)(3) Services proceeded

      “The files for Child #2, #3, and #5 lacked documentation on the Department's approved form to provide the family information about the child's growth and development.”
    • Records and paperwork

      3270.123(a)(4) Arrival/departure times

      “The agreement forms for Child #4 and Child #5 lacked the arrival and departure times.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 27, 2025

    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.123(a)(5) Designated release persons

      “The agreement forms for Child #1, Child #4, and Child #5 lacked the persons designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 27, 2025

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.123(a)(6)/3270.182(2) Admission date/Application, admission, withdrawal dates

      “The file for Child #1 lacked the date of admission.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 27, 2025

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.123(b)/3270.182(8) Parent receives original/Copy of initial and subsequent agreements. Parent receives original.

      “The files for Child #1, Child #2, Child #3, Child #4, and Child #5 contained the original fee agreement forms.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 27, 2025

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.124(b)(4)/3270.182(5) Written consent/Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission

      “The file for Child #4 lacked written consent signed by the parent for emergency medical care and minor first-aid procedures.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 27, 2025

    • Supervision and ratios

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

      “The emergency contact forms for Child #1 and Child #4 lacked the address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 27, 2025

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.124(f)/3270.181(c) Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos

      “The files for Child #2 and Child #5, each enrolled for more than 6 months, lacked documentation that the parent reviewed or updated the emergency contact information as well as the financial agreement as required.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 27, 2025

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster

      “The toddler area had peeling paint on the walls and above the outlet. The paint around the windows was cracked and peeling. In the main room, there was peeling paint around several taped outlets.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 27, 2025

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.76 Building Surfaces

      “There was wood splintering above the gate entering the toddler area. There were miscellaneous pieces of equipment outside the toddler area presenting a tripping hazard.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.75(c) Has all items

      “The first aid kit in the Main Room lacked soap and scissors. The first aid kits in the Gross motor room lacked soap, scissors, and tweezers.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 27, 2025

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible

      “In the restroom, Aquaphor, labeled "keep out of reach of children" was accessible to children. In the main room, Glade air freshener, labeled "keep out of reach of children" was in an unlocked cabinet accessible to children.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 27, 2025

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.62(b) Play space - 65 square feet/child

      “The Gross Motor Room play space has a measured capacity of 3. From approximately 10:30am till 12:00pm, Staff Person #3 was observed in the Gross Motor Room with 12 children; 5 Preschool Aged and 7 School Aged.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 27, 2025

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.61(c) 40 square feet wall-to-wall

      “From approximately 10:30am till 12:15pm, 10 children were observed being cared for in the unmeasured eating area.”
    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.52 Mixed Age Level

      “**At approximately 10:30am, Staff person #1 was observed in the unmeasured eating area with 9 children; 1 Infant, 1 Young Toddler, 5 Older Toddlers, 1 Preschool Aged and 1 School Aged. Staff Person #3 was observed in the Gross Motor Room with 12 children; 5 Preschool Aged and 7 School Aged. At approximately 10:40am, there were 9 children in the eating area with no staff present. Staff #1 who was assigned the responsibility for supervising the 9 children, left the eating area to accompany a child to the restroom located outside of the eating area”
    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.52 Mixed Age Level

      “* At approximately 10:30am, Staff person #1 was observed in the unmeasured eating area with 9 children; 1 Infant, 1 Young Toddler, 5 Older Toddlers, 1 Preschool Aged and 1 School Aged. Staff Person #3 was observed in the Gross Motor Room with 12 children; 5 Preschool Aged and 7 School Aged. At approximately 10:40am, there were 9 children in the eating area with no staff present. Staff #1 who was assigned the responsibility for supervising the 9 children, left the eating area to accompany a child to the restroom located outside of the eating area”
    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.34(a)(6) Staff evaluations

      “The file for Staff Person #4, employed for more than 12 months, lacked a written evaluation.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 27, 2025

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.33(a) Each staff person meets quals

      “The files for Staff Person #1, #2 and #6 lacked documentation of the qualifications for the position they were performing.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 27, 2025

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.32(a)/3270.192(2)(iii) Comply with CPSL/Exp, educ., training at facility

      “Staff Person #4 and Staff Person #6 (See LIS Code Sheet) have not completed the mandated reporter training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet).”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 27, 2025

    • Background checks

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

      “The file for Staff Person #1 (See LIS Code Sheet) lacked a PA State Criminal Clearance and a Disclosure statement; The file for Staff Person #4 (See LIS Code Sheet) lacked a PA State Criminal Clearance; The file for Staff Person #6 (See LIS Code Sheet) lacked a PA State Criminal Clearance and a Disclosure statement.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.131(b)(1)/3270.131(e)(3) Infant: updated health report every 6 months/Dismissal policy

      “The file for Child #2, a young toddler, lacked an updated health report. The most recent health report on file is dated 4/8/24, more than 6 months ago.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 27, 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 file for Staff Person #3 (See LIS Code Sheet) contained TB screening results dated 4/15/21 more than 12 months prior to starting in a child care position. The file lacked a current health assessment. The previous health assessment was dated 6/3/22. The file for Staff Person # 4 (See LIS Code Sheet) lacked an initial health report. The file for Staff Person #5 lacked a current health report. The previous health assessment was dated 6/4/21.”
    • Safety and hazards

      3270.31(e)(4)(ii) Fire safety - 1 yr.

      “The files for Staff Person #1, #2, #3, #4, #5, and #6 (See LIS Code Sheet) lack documentation of annual fire safety training.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 27, 2025

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.31(e)(4)(i)/3270.31(f) Age and Training/Health and Safety Training

      “The file for Staff Person #3 (see LIS Code Sheet) contained a current First Aid and CPR certification dated 1/22/25; the prior First Aid and CPR training was dated 5/8/22 which expired in May 2024. The file for Staff Person #4 (see LIS Code Sheet) lacked pediatric First Aid and CPR. The file for Staff Person #5 (see LIS Code Sheet) contained pediatric First Aid and CPR completed on 7/6/22 which expired in July 2024.”
    • Safety and hazards

      3270.27(e) Letter to parents

      “The parent letter explaining the emergency procedures lacked the following: lockdown information; accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions; method on how to communicate with parents at the beginning and end of an emergency situation, including how to reunite with their children.”
    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.27(c) Training regarding plan

      “The files for Staff Person #1, #2, #3, #4, and #6 lacked documentation of emergency plan training.”
    • Safety and hazards

      3270.27(b) Plan reviewed/updated annually

      “The emergency plan on site was documented as having last been reviewed 9/30/21 which exceeds the annual requirement.”
    • Safety and hazards

      3270.27(a)(4) Contact when ended

      “The facility's emergency plan did not provide a method for informing parents that the emergency has ended and how they can reunite with their child(ren).”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 27, 2025

    • Staff training and qualifications

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

      “The facility lacked a policy and procedure to identify the prevention of shaken baby syndrome, abusive head trauma, and child maltreatment as per Announcement C-22-03.”
    • Staff training and qualifications

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

      “The Emergency Plan did not address Continuity of Operations as required by Announcement C-22-04 which states to maintain full compliance with 45 CFR § 98.41(a)(1)(vii), child care facilities must have requirements for continuity of operations including information regarding how they will pay for repairs, pay staff, and pay bills during the aftermath of the disaster.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 27, 2025

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.166(1) Written statement

      “The file for Child #1, an infant, lacked a statement giving the formula and feeding schedule obtained from the parent.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 27, 2025

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.192(5) Two written references

      “The file for Staff Person #2 lacked one written nonfamily reference. The file for Staff Person #4 lacked two written nonfamily references.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 27, 2025

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.27(a)(5) Emergency plan

      “The facility's emergency plan lacked accommodations for infants and toddlers.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 27, 2025

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.27(a)(6) Emergency plan

      “The facility lacked a current annual emergency drill. The most recent emergency drill was recorded on 10/29/22, more than 12 months ago.”
    • Safety and hazards

      3270.94(a)(5) Evacuation routes posted

      “The lower level of the building where the restrooms, gross motor room, and eating area are located lacked a posted evacuation route.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 27, 2025

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.25(a) Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations

      “The facility's current certificate of compliance was not posted in a conspicuous location used by parents.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 27, 2025

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.27(f) Emergency plan

      “The facility lacked documentation that the emergency plan was submitted to the local and county EMA.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 27, 2025

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.31(e) Age and Training

      “The file for Staff Person #2 (See LIS Code Sheet) lacked documentation for 2 of the 12 training hours completed between April 2023 and April 2024. The files for Staff Person #3 and Staff Person #4 (See LIS Code Sheet) lacked documentation for 12 of the 12 training hours to be completed between June 2023 and June 2024. The file for Staff Person #5 (See LIS Code Sheet) lacked documentation for 12 of the 12 training hours completed between December 2023 and December 2024. The file for Staff Person #6 lacked documentation of annual training hours.”
    • Transportation

      3270.171(a) Pick-up and drop-off points

      “The facility lacked a current annual notification to local traffic safety authorities of the location of the facility and the program's use of pedestrian and vehicular routes around the child care facility.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 27, 2025

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.102(a) Clean and good repair

      “There was a broken firetruck missing wheels in the toddler area. There was a sharp edge in the play house in the toddler area where the play phone support is broken. The dolls in the main room were stained and not in good condition.”
  6. Apr 26, 2024Complaint investigation1 rule cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.182(7) Reports of accidents, injuries and illnesses. Original report - parent same day Copy - facility accident file. Copy - child's file

      “While Staff #1 wrote an incident report up for Child #1, it was not given to the parent on the day that the incident occurred.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 8, 2024

  7. Feb 12, 2024Inspection8 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.75(a) In child care spaces

      “The small room and the art room were both lacking first aid kits.”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 2, 2024

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.124(c) Each child care space

      “Emergency Contact form were not in the main room when the children were in there, they were not in the lunch room or art room when the children were in those spaces.”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 2, 2024

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.131(b)(2) Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months

      “The file for Child #1, a preschool aged child, contained 2 Health Assessments that were more than 12 months apart.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 27, 2024

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.27(c) Training regarding plan

      “The file for Staff #3 was lacking emergency plan training within 90 days of their date of hire. (See LIS code sheet)”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 27, 2024

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.65 Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less

      “There were two missing receptacle covers in the gross motor room when you enter the room the wall on the left.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 27, 2024

    • Background checks

      3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL

      “The file for Staff #3 was lacking a signed and dated disclosure statement.”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 3, 2024

    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.52 Mixed Age Level

      “Upon arrival at the facility, Staff Person #1 was in a room with 3 Older Toddlers and 3 Young Toddlers putting Staff Person #1 out of ratio by 1 child. During time to prepare lunch Staff Person #1 and #2 combined their children. Staff Person #2 kept leaving Staff Person #1 alone in the room with one infant, 3 Young Toddlers and 3 Older Toddlers putting Staff Person #1 out of ratio”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 27, 2024

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.94(a)(5) Evacuation routes posted

      “The facility did not have evacuation routes posted.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 27, 2024

  8. Oct 23, 2023Inspection4 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.151(c)(2)/3270.192(3) Mantoux TB/Health assessment, TB test

      “The file for Staff #1 was lacking proof of TB testing and the results of that test.”

      Correction date in the state record: Oct 27, 2023

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.192(5) Two written references

      “The file for Staff #1 was lacking 2 written non-family reference letters.”

      Correction date in the state record: Oct 27, 2023

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.94(a)(5) Evacuation routes posted

      “The facility was lacking posted evacuation routes.”

      Correction date in the state record: Oct 27, 2023

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.36(b)(5) HS/GED + 2 yrs

      “The file for Staff #1 was lacking proof of her education”

      Correction date in the state record: Oct 27, 2023

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 Tiny Smiles Childcare licensed?

Yes. Tiny Smiles Childcare is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.

When was Tiny Smiles Childcare last inspected?

Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on March 13, 2026, with 6 rules cited. It lists 7 visits in the last 3 years.

Has Tiny Smiles Childcare had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 110 rules across 7 of 7 visits in the last 3 years; 88 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 Tiny Smiles Childcare care for?

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

Does Tiny Smiles Childcare accept child care subsidies?

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

What are Tiny Smiles Childcare's hours?

Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.

How much does Tiny Smiles Childcare cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (724) 548-1051 to ask.

What is Tiny Smiles Childcare's phone number?

(724) 548-1051.

Where is Tiny Smiles Childcare?

245 Butter Rd Suite 7, Kittanning, PA 16201. The nearest other daycare we list is Lifesteps Armstrong PKC, 0.8 miles away.

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