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University Child Development Center
- licensed capacity
- 221
- open each week
- 5 days
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About University Child Development Center
University Child Development Center is a child care center in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 221 children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 4 visits in the last 3 years and cited 17 rules across 4 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
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- Hours today
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 221 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Licensed capacity | 221 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
University Child Development Center has not listed its tuition.
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State record
Inspection reports for University Child Development Center
License
- Status
- Certified by the state and operating
- License type
- Certificate of Compliance
- Capacity
- 221 children
- License number
- #CER-00244154
Summary
4 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Aug 6, 2026: 5 rules cited
Rules cited on 4 of 4 visits · 17 rules in all · 17 corrected
- Health, medication and illness 6
- Supervision and ratios 4
- Building, equipment and play areas 3
- Staff training and qualifications 2
- Records and paperwork 1
- Background checks 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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Aug 6, 2026Inspection5 rules cited
3270.131(a) Health information
“The child file for Child #7, contained an initial health report that is dated more than 60 days after initial enrollment.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 13, 2026
3270.131(b)(2)/3270.182(1) Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months/Initial and subsequent health reports
“The child file for Child #9, was observed to lack an updated health report; the most recent health report on file is dated 2/6/25.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 13, 2026
3270.82(g) Clean and good repair
“In the Toddler 4 Room, the sink on the right side of the room was observed to have a leak from the base of the faucet when turned on resulting in water pooling around the base and handles.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 7, 2026
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“In the Infant 1 Room, a ceiling tile located above the sink was observed to not be kept clean as evidence by having a water spot from a previous leak that has since been addressed.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 7, 2026
3270.181(b) Current
“The child file for Child #1 through Child #9 were observed to lack the current emergency contact information form in the file.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 27, 2026
Apr 14, 2026Visit2 rules cited
3270.113(a) Supervised at all times
“Based on interviews with staff, the following was confirmed: On 4/7/26 at 10:35 AM, Staff Person #1, #2 and #3 were in the gym preparing to transition 16 preschool children back to the preschool room. Staff Person #1 was supervising 10 preschool children. Staff Person #2 was supervising 6 preschool children. Staff Person #3 was assisting the group. Child #1, who was assigned to Staff Person #1, was left in the gym for approximately one minute when the group transitioned until another staff person observed the child was alone.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 8, 2026
3270.113(a)(1) Staff assigned to specific children
“Based on interviews with staff, the following was confirmed: On 4/7/26 at 10:35 AM, Staff Person #1, #2 and #3 were in the gym preparing to transition 16 preschool children back to the preschool room. Staff Person #1 was supervising 10 preschool children. Staff Person #2 was supervising 6 preschool children. Staff Person #3 was assisting the group. Child #1, who was assigned to Staff Person #1, was left in the gym for approximately one minute when the group transitioned until another staff person observed the child was alone.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 8, 2026
Aug 11, 2025Inspection7 rules cited
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“The staff file for Staff person #3 was observed to contain a current National Sex Offender Registry (NSOR) check on file that was not dated prior to first day working with children (See IS CODE SHEET) as required under the Child Protective Service Law (CPSL.). Staff person #3 was also observed to have a disclosure statement dated 7/29/25 which was signed after date of hire.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 12, 2025
3270.67(d) Contaminated trash in closed plastic-lined receptacle
“In the Preschool Room (Room 113), a trash receptacle which contained used plastic drinking cups from snack time was observed to have a drop shot lid that was open and would not retract back to the closed position.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 12, 2025
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“In the Toddler Gym, one ceiling tile was observed to have a water damage spot from a previous water leak that has since been repaired.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 12, 2025
3270.131(b)(2)/3270.182(1) Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months/Initial and subsequent health reports
“The child file for Child #1, who is a preschool age child, was observed to contain an updated health report dated 2/18/25 which was conducted more than 12 months from the previously dated 1/23/24 health report on file.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 12, 2025
3270.131(d)(7) Free from contagious/communicable disease
“The child file for Child #1 contained a health assessment dated 1/23/24 that was observed to lack a statement that the child is able to participate in childcare and appears to be free from communicable disease.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 12, 2025
3270.131(a)/3270.182(1) Health information/Initial and subsequent health reports
“The child file for Child #2, contained an initial health report that is dated more than 60 days after initial enrollment.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 12, 2025
3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training
“Staff person #1 and Staff person #2, who were identified as Aides, had not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Pediatric First Aid/CPR.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 12, 2025
Aug 13, 2024Inspection3 rules cited
3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(ii) HS/GED + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility
“The staff file for Staff person #1 who is functioning as an Assistant Group Supervisor, lacked two years of experience working with children.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 28, 2024
3270.113(a)(1) Staff assigned to specific children
“In the Preschool 4 Room, at approximately 1:55pm during naptime, Staff person #1 was observed in the front of the room with 8 preschool age children who were napping and Staff person #2 was observed in the back corner of the room with 3 preschool age children that were awake playing at the water table. During the onset of supervision and ratio when Staff were asked to identify and name the children whom they were responsible for Staff person #2, identified and named five children who were napping and Staff person #3 identified and named the 3 children who were playing at the water table area in the back of the room thus leaving 3 children who were napping unaccounted for. When asked again the same three children were omitted.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 13, 2024
3270.113(a) Supervised at all times
“In the Preschool 4 Room, at approximately 1:55pm during naptime, depending on where staff were positioned in the room they could not adequately supervise some of the napping children due to multiple pieces of furniture obstructing the Staff's ability to see and assess those children who were napping.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 13, 2024
Aug 22, 2023Inspection3 rules cited
3270.21 General Health and Safety
“In Room GS16, there was a pair of adult scissors on the bookcase next to the pole in the middle of the room, making them accessible to the preschoolers in care at the time.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 24, 2023
3270.27(a)(6) Emergency plan
“The most recent emergency drill conducted on 3/28/23 did not include the amount of time it took to complete the drill.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 24, 2023
3270.124(b)(5) Information re: special needs
“The emergency contact information in the file for child #1 and #2 did not include information regarding the child's allergies and prescription medication. Based on their health reports, both children had allergies and epi-pens.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 24, 2023
Aug 24, 2022Inspection11 rules cited
3270.27(c) Training regarding plan
“There was no evidence of emergency plan training for facility person #23, who has been employed more than 90 days.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 14, 2022
3270.31(e)(4)(i) Age and Training
“The previous First-Aid/CPR training in the file for staff persons #1 through #18 expired before 6/17/21 and training was not renewed until after 6/17/21. All 18 staff were employed before 12/19/20.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 14, 2022
3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training
“Staff person #27 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire: Acceptable FA/CPR.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 14, 2022
3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL
“Facility person #23 has not completed the mandated reporter training within 90 days of their date of hire.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 14, 2022
3270.103 Small Toys and Objects
“In the Toddler 1 room, there were magnetic foam shapes in a basket that was accessible to children who are still placing items in their mouth.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 14, 2022
3270.123(b) Parent receives original
“Based on review of files and on conversation with the operator, the agreement form in the file for child #1 through #9 was the original agreement.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 14, 2022
3270.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person
“The emergency contact form in the file for child #2 did not include an address for the release persons.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 14, 2022
3270.151(b) Conducted by physician, PA or CRNP
“The title on the most recent health assessment in the file for staff person #1 was listed as "FNP."”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 14, 2022
3270.192(5) Two written references
“The file for facility person #23 did not include 2 letters of reference.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 14, 2022
3270.31(f)(10) Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR
“The initial FA/CPR training in the files for staff person #19 through #22, all hired before 12/19/20, was dated after 6/17/21.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 14, 2022
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“The file for facility person #23, employed more than 45 days, did not include a disclosure statement or an NSOR certificate and their FBI clearance was for DOE purposes. The disclosure statement in the file for facility person #24 and #25, as well as, staff person #26, was not the current disclosure statement required by the CPSL.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 14, 2022
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FAQ
Questions about University Child Development Center
Is University Child Development Center licensed?
Yes. University Child Development Center is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
When was University Child Development Center last inspected?
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on August 6, 2026, with 5 rules cited. It lists 4 visits in the last 3 years.
Has University Child Development Center had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 17 rules across 4 of 4 visits in the last 3 years; 17 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 University Child Development Center care for?
221, the licensed capacity on the state record.
Does University Child Development Center accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are University Child Development Center's hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does University Child Development Center cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (412) 383-2100 to ask.
What is University Child Development Center's phone number?
(412) 383-2100.
Where is University Child Development Center?
635 Clyde St, Pittsburgh, PA 15213. The nearest other daycare we list is Cyert Center for Early Education, 0.2 miles away.