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Kiddie Academy Of Bethel Park

Pittsburgh, PA · Allegheny County
3001 Cool Springs Dr, Pittsburgh, PA 15234
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Quick Facts

Capacity
150 children
Languages
English, English
Subsidized Program
Participates
Food Program
Does not participate
State Rating
1

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Contact Information

📞 (412) 912-9123
3001 Cool Springs Dr
Pittsburgh, PA 15234
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Licensed Child Care Center
Active License
License Number
CER-00252419
License Issued
Mar 11, 2026
Active Through
Mar 11, 2027
Issued By
Pennsylvania Department of Education and Public Welfare
District Office
Early Learning Resource Center for Region 5

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About the Provider

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Kiddie Academy Of Bethel Park is a Child Care Center in Pittsburgh PA, with a maximum capacity of 150 children. The provider also participates in a subsidized child care program.

Hours of Operation

  • Monday7:30 AM - 5:30 PM
  • Tuesday7:30 AM - 5:30 PM
  • Wednesday7:30 AM - 5:30 PM
  • Thursday7:30 AM - 5:30 PM
  • Friday7:30 AM - 5:30 PM
  • Saturday Closed
  • Sunday Closed

Inspection/Report History

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Inspection Date Reason Description Status
2025-12-05 Renewal 3270.103 - Small Toys and Objects Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.103

Description: Small Toys and Objects

Noncompliance Area: There were stuffed animal toys in the Apple room w small bead eyes, < 1 inch in size, that were accessible to children. The stuffed toys also had a manufacturer's label stated the toys were intended for children age 3 years and older.

Correction Required: Toys and objects with a diameter of less than 1 inch, objects with removable parts that have a diameter of less than 1 inch, plastic bags and styrofoam objects may not be accessible to children who are still placing objects in their mouths.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The stuffed bear was removed from the Apple Room.
2025-12-05 Renewal 3270.124(f)/3270.181(c) - Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(f)/3270.181(c)

Description: Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos

Noncompliance Area: The most recent 6-month review signature for the emergency contact form on file for Child #1 is dated 11.14.25, more than 6 months after the previous 6-month review signature dated 2.10.25.

Correction Required: The parent shall update in writing emergency contact information once in a 6-month period or as soon as there is a change in the information. A parent is required to review and update the emergency contact information and the financial agreement at least once in a 6-month period or as soon as there is a change in the information.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The Emergency Contact Form is dated within the past 6 months.
2025-12-05 Renewal 3270.131(b)(1)/3270.182(1) - Infant: updated health report every 6 months/Initial and subsequent health reports Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.131(b)(1)/3270.182(1)

Description: Infant: updated health report every 6 months/Initial and subsequent health reports

Noncompliance Area: The two most recent health assessments on file for Child #1, who is a Young Toddler, are dated 1.15.25 and 11.12.25, more than 6 months apart.

Correction Required: The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 6 months for an infant or young toddler. A child's record shall contain initial and subsequent health reports.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The current health report on file is dated within the past 6 months.
2025-12-05 Renewal 3270.133(4) - Locked Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.133(4)

Description: Locked

Noncompliance Area: A child's backpack in the Kiwi room included 2 EpiPens that were accessible to children as the backpack was not locked and was in children's reach.

Correction Required: Medication shall be stored in a locked area of the facility or in an area that is out of the reach of children.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The EpiPens were removed from the child's backpack immediately.
2025-12-05 Renewal 3270.14/3270.21 - Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.14/3270.21

Description: Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety

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

Correction Required: A facility shall be operated in conformity with applicable Federal and State laws and regulations.State agencies whose regulations may relate to the operation of a facility include the Department of Environmental Resources, the Department of Labor and Industry, the Department of Health, the Department of Education and the Department of Transportation. Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Our current Shaken Baby Policy will be updated to include language regarding the prevention and identification of child maltreatment beyond what is currently stated.
2025-12-05 Renewal 3270.171(b) - Safe pick-up and drop-off in writing Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.171(b)

Description: Safe pick-up and drop-off in writing

Noncompliance Area: The safety drop-off and pick-up procedure posting does not include the streets that are safe for pedestrians, safe for vehicles, and identified safe locations where children should be picked up.

Correction Required: Safe pedestrian crossways, pick-up and drop-off points and bike routes shall be appropriately determined in the vicinity of the facility and communicated to the children and parents in writing.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The safety drop-off and pick-up procedure posting will include the street names that are safe for pedestrians, safe for vehicles, and identified safe locations where children should be picked up.
2025-12-05 Renewal 3270.21 - General Health and Safety Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.21

Description: General Health and Safety

Noncompliance Area: There were adult scissors on the desk in the entryway that were accessible and a hazard to children. There were batteries and staples in an unlocked drawer in the desk in the entryway that were accessible and a hazard to children.

Correction Required: Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
All office supplies and any additional items that may pose a risk to the health or safety of children are kept in locked drawers in the reception desk in the entryway area.
2025-12-05 Renewal 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)

Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

Noncompliance Area: The file for Staff person #1 includes an incomplete criminal history clearance that did not include a dissemination date, (See LIS Code Sheet), making it invalid.

Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL. Facility Person #1 may not work in a child care position at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff person #1's criminal history clearance page 2, which includes the dissemination date, is now in the file.
2025-12-05 Renewal 3270.66(a) - Locked or inaccessible Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.66(a)

Description: Locked or inaccessible

Noncompliance Area: A child's backpack in the Kiwi room included butt paste and toothpaste that were accessible to children as the backpack was not locked and was in children's reach. There was an unlocked drawer in the front desk in the entryway that contained as tube of silicone and Singer All-purpose oil, both marked "Keep out of reach of children" which were accessible to children. On top of the same entryway desk, the CR observed 2 large bottles of hand sanitizer labeled "Keep out of reach of children" which were accessible to children.

Correction Required: Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be kept in an area or container that is locked or made inaccessible to children.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Contraband items (diaper cream and toothpaste) were removed from the child's backpack immediately. Items that are stored in the reception desk at the entryway are in locked cabinets which are inaccessible to children.
2025-12-05 Renewal 3270.76 - Building Surfaces Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.76

Description: Building Surfaces

Noncompliance Area: There was a missing toilet bolt cover on the toilet in the Strawberry Room bathroom.

Correction Required: Floors, walls, ceilings and other surfaces, including the facility's outdoor play space surfaces shall be kept clean, in good repair and free from visible hazards.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The toilet bolt cover was replaced in the Strawberry Room bathroom.
2025-12-05 Renewal 3270.82(c) - Sink in toilet area Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.82(c)

Description: Sink in toilet area

Noncompliance Area: Per statements from the staff in the Apple room, children are not washing their hands at the sink in the toilet area but rather are using the classroom sink that is not located near the toilet area.

Correction Required: A sink shall be located in or near a toilet area.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Children wash hands at the sink closest to the diaper changing area, located in the toileting area.
2025-12-05 Renewal 3270.82(e) - Toilet and sinks proper height Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.82(e)

Description: Toilet and sinks proper height

Noncompliance Area: There was no stool or steps at the sink in the Peach room for able-bodied children to reach the sink for handwashing.

Correction Required: Toilets and sinks shall be at proper heights for children using them or shall be easily approached by means of platforms or steps.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Steps were provided to the Peach classroom for children to use in order to reach the sink for handwashing.
2025-07-07 Change in Location Capacity Change in Location Capacity Compliant - Finalized
2025-01-15 Renewal 3270.124(b)(5) - Information re: special needs Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(5)

Description: Information re: special needs

Noncompliance Area: The current emergency contact form on file for Child #1, #2, #3, #4, #5, #6, #7, and #8 does not indicate if the child has any special medical needs, which is needed in an emergency situation.

Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include information on the child's special needs, as specified by the child's parent, physician, physician's assistant or CRNP, which is needed in an emergency situation.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The DHS "Emergency Contact/Parental Consent Form" will be used in place of the current Emergency Information form going forward, in order to obtain the information "does the child have any special medical needs which is needed in an emergency situation." All currently enrolled and future enrolled children will have this form completed.
2025-01-15 Renewal 3270.124(b)(6) - Insurance coverage information Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(6)

Description: Insurance coverage information

Noncompliance Area: The emergency contact form on file for Child #1, #4, #5 does not include the policy number for the child's health care benefits.

Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits, if applicable.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
All children have their health insurance policy number on their emergency contact form.

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