SHINE BRIGHT CHILD CARE & LEARNING CTR LLC
PITTSBURGH, PA·Child Care CenterLicensed
Contact information
Address5502 BAUM BLVD, PITTSBURGH, PA, 15232
CountyAllegheny
Phone(412) 930-3138
Operating details
Capacity89
SubsidiesY
License dateJune 23, 2025
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 3/2/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
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- Medium-High20
- Medium5
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
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5502 BAUM BLVD, PITTSBURGH, PA, 15232, PITTSBURGH, PA 15232
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Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 3/2/2026
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2026
- Medium risk3/2/2026
Health information/Initial and subsequent health reports (3270.131(a)/3270.182(1))
The file for Child #4, enrolled for more than 60 days lacked an initial health report. Requirement: The operator shall require the parent of an enrolled child, including a child, a foster child and a relative of an operator or a facility person, to provide an initial health report no later than 60 days following the first day of attendance at the facility. A child's record shall contain initial and subsequent health reports. Correction: child #4 now has an updated health report on file. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 3/30/2026 - Medium-High risk3/2/2026
Training regarding plan (3270.27(c))
The files for Staff #2, #3, and #4 contained Emergency Plan training at the time of Renewal Inspection, it was observed that Staff #2, #3, and #4 did not obtain Emergency Plan training within 90 days of hire. Requirement: The operator shall assure that each facility person receives training regarding the emergency plan at the time of initial employment, on an annual basis and at the time of each plan update. The operator shall document the date of each training and the names of all facility persons who received the training and kept on file at the facility. Correction: Staff #2, #3 and #4 has now completed their Emergency Plan training. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 3/30/2026 - Medium-High risk3/2/2026
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information (3270.32(a)/3270.192(4))
The file for Staff #1 contained a PA Child Abuse Clearance that had not been updated in the previous 60 months. The file for Staff #4 contained complete clearances at the time of inspection, it was observed that the file for Staff #4 lacked PA State Police Clearance and/or request, PA Child Abuse Clearance, and a National Sex Offender Registry (NSOR) Certificate prior to the date that Staff #4 began working with children. Requirement: 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 childcare position at the facility. Correction: PA Child Abuse Clearance was obtained and placed in the file of staff #1. Staff #4 has current clearances. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 3/30/2026 - Medium-High risk3/2/2026
Locked or inaccessible (3270.66(a))
In Room 3, two bottles of raid and a bottle of Ammonia, labeled keep out of reach children were in unlocked closet accessible to the children in care. In Room 3, there was a Swiffer with cleaner labeled keep out of reach of children in the classroom and accessible to the children in care. Requirement: Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be kept in an area or container that is locked or made inaccessible to children. Correction: A lock was placed on the closet and the bottles were also moved to a higher location. The swifer mop with cleaner was also moved to the now locked storage closet. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 3/30/2026 - Medium-High risk3/2/2026
Has all items (3270.75(c))
The first aid kit located in Room 2 lacked tape. Requirement: A first-aid kit must contain the following: soap, an assortment of adhesive bandages, sterile gauze pads, tweezers, tape, scissors and disposable, nonporous gloves. Correction: Tape was restocked and placed in the first aid kit the day of the inspection. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 3/30/2026 - Medium-High risk3/2/2026
Building Surfaces (3270.76)
The Outdoor play space had a metal spike that was sticking up creating a protrusion hazard for the children in care. In Room 5 there were two ceiling tiles that had water marks. The frame of the door in Room 5 was cut leaving exposed sharp metal creating a cutting hazard to the children in care. Requirement: 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. Correction: Foam cushion was placed and wrapped around the metal spike tightly. The frame of the door in room 5 was also filled in with a soft fabric to cover the potential sharp edges. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 3/30/2026 - Medium-High risk3/2/2026
Services proceeded (3270.123(a)(3))
The file for Child #3 contained child service reports that provide information to the family about the child's growth and development in the context of the services being provided dated more than 6 months apart. Requirement: The services to be provided to the family and the child, including the Department's approved form to provide information to the family about the child's growth and development in the context of the services being provided. The operator shall complete and update the form and provide a copy to the family in accordance with the updates regarding emergency contact information in § 3270.124(f) (relating to emergency contact information). Correction: Child services reports will be reviewed every 6 months or less and completed. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 3/30/2026 - Medium-High risk3/2/2026
Physician name, address, phone (3270.124(b)(2))
The Emergency Contact Form for Child #1 lacked the telephone number of the child's physician. The Emergency Contact Form for Child #2 lacked the address of the child's physician. Requirement: Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care. Correction: The emergency contact form for child #1 now has the PCP phone number. Child #2 now has the address of the child's physican listed. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 4/3/2026 - Medium-High risk3/2/2026
Name/address/phone release person (3270.124(b)(7))
The Emergency Contact Form for Child #1 lacked the address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released. Requirement: Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released. Correction: The emergency contact form for child #1 now has the address and telephone number for designated released persons. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 4/3/2026 - Medium risk3/2/2026
Infant: updated health report every 6 months/Initial and subsequent health reports (3270.131(b)(1)/3270.182(1))
The file for Child #2, a Young Toddler, contained Health Reports that were updated in an interval greater than 6 months. Requirement: 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. Correction: Child #2 now has an updated child health report in their file Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 4/1/2026 - Medium-High riskStandard 123/2/2026
12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter (3270.151(a))
The file for Staff #2 contained a health assessment that was not conducted within 24 months of the previous assessment. Requirement: A facility person providing direct care who comes into contact with the children or who works with food preparation shall have a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting and every 24 months thereafter. A health assessment is valid for 24 months following the date of signature, if the person does not contract a communicable disease or develop a medical problem. Correction: staff #2 has contained a health assessment. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 3/30/2026 - Medium-High risk3/2/2026
Mantoux TB (3270.151(c)(2))
The file for Staff #3 contained a tuberculosis screening by the Mantoux method at the time of inspection, but it was observed they did not have a tuberculosis screening by the Mantoux method before their first day working in childcare. Requirement: An adult health assessment must include tuberculosis screening by the Mantoux method at initial employment. Subsequent tuberculosis screening is not required unless directed by a physician, physician's assistant, CRNP, the Department of Health or a local health department. Correction: Staff #3 has completed tuberculosis screening. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 3/30/2026 - Medium risk3/2/2026
Transcript, diploma and letters (3270.192(2)(iv))
The file for Staff #4 contained an evaluation of foreign degree/transcripts at the time of Renewal Inspection but lacked evaluated 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 at hire. Requirement: A facility person's record shall include acceptable verification of experience, education or training is a transcript or a diploma or a letter signed by a representative of the experiential, educational or training entity. Correction: Staff #4 has since containted an evaluation of foreign degree transcripts and it is this staff members file. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 2/4/2026
2025
- Medium-High risk6/2/2025
Locked (3270.133(4))
Cert Rep observed Tylenol and clotrimazole in a unlocked drawer that was accessible to the children in Room 6. Requirement: Medication shall be stored in a locked area of the facility or in an area that is out of the reach of children. Correction: Items were moved out of reach of children. Inspection: Initial review. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 6/6/2025 - Medium-High risk6/2/2025
Health information/ACIP recommended immunization record (3270.131(a)/3270.131(e))
The file for Child #4 lacked an initial health report and immunization record within 60 days of attendance. Requirement: The operator shall require the parent of an enrolled child, including a child, a foster child and a relative of an operator or a facility person, to provide an initial health report no later than 60 days following the first day of attendance at the facility. The facility may not accept or retain an infant 2 months of age or older, a toddler or a preschool child at the facility for more than 60 days following the first day of attendance at the facility unless the parent provides written verification from a physician, physician's assistant, CRNP, the Department of Health or a local health department of the dates (month, day and year) the child was administered immunizations in accordance with the recommendations of the ACIP. Correction: Child #4 has an update health assessment and immunization record. Inspection: Initial review. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 6/9/2025 - Medium-High risk6/2/2025
Valid Certificate of Compliance (3270.11(a))
During scheduled initial inspection on 6/3/25, Cert Rep observed 12 children receiving childcare services at this new specific location. This new specific location had not been issued a valid certificate of compliance prior to commencement of operation. Requirement: A legal entity shall obtain a valid certificate of compliance to operate at a specific location. The certificate of compliance will be issued by the Department to a legal entity prior to commencement of operation at a specified location. Correction: Operator only accepted 6 or less children during this time until provisional certificate was able to be obtained. Inspection: Initial review. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 6/6/2025 - Medium risk6/2/2025
Transcript, diploma and letters (3270.192(2)(iv))
The file for Staff #3 contained a High School Diploma from Home School International Home School Division. The school that issued the diploma was not accredited, and therefore the diploma is not acceptable. Requirement: A facility person's record shall include acceptable verification of experience, education or training is a transcript or a diploma or a letter signed by a representative of the experiential, educational or training entity. Correction: Staff #3 will be used as a facility person. Inspection: Initial review. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 6/6/2025 - Medium-High risk6/2/2025
Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos (3270.181(c))
The file for Child #2 contained an Agreement Form that had not been updated within the last 6 months. Requirement: 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. Correction: Agreement for Child #2 has been updated. Inspection: Initial review. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 6/13/2025 - Medium-High risk6/2/2025
Mantoux TB (3270.151(c)(2))
The file for Staff #1 contained tb screening that was obtained more than 12 months prior to date of hire. Requirement: An adult health assessment must include tuberculosis screening by the Mantoux method at initial employment. Subsequent tuberculosis screening is not required unless directed by a physician, physician's assistant, CRNP, the Department of Health or a local health department. Correction: Staff #1 has a current tb screening. Inspection: Initial review. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 6/8/2025 - Medium-High riskStandard 126/2/2025
12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter (3270.151(a))
The file for Staff #1 contained a Health Assessment that was obtained more than 12 months prior to date of hire. Requirement: A facility person providing direct care who comes into contact with the children or who works with food preparation shall have a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting and every 24 months thereafter. A health assessment is valid for 24 months following the date of signature, if the person does not contract a communicable disease or develop a medical problem. Correction: Staff #1 has a current health assessment. Inspection: Initial review. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 6/8/2025 - Medium risk6/2/2025
High Chairs (3270.105)
The highchair in Room 1 lacked straps. Requirement: High chairs shall have a wide base and a T-shaped safety strap. Correction: Highchair was removed. Inspection: Initial review. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 6/6/2025 - Medium-High risk6/2/2025
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information (3270.32(a)/3270.192(4))
The file for Staff #2 lacked a Child Abuse Clearance. Requirement: 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 #2 may not work in a childcare position at the facility. Correction: Staff #2 has a current child abuse clearances that was found 6/6/25. Inspection: Initial review. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 6/6/2025 - Medium-High risk6/2/2025
Locked or inaccessible (3270.66(a))
In the Boy's restroom there was four tubes of diaper cream labeled "Keep out of reach of children" that were in an unlocked drawer accessible to the children in care. In Room 6 there was a tube of putt paste, triple pasts, sunscreen, and diaper cream, and four tubes of diaper cream labeled "Keep out of reach of children" that were in an unlocked drawer accessible to the children in care. Requirement: Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be kept in an area or container that is locked or made inaccessible to children. Correction: All diaper cream were removed and made inaccessible to the children in care. Inspection: Initial review. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 6/6/2025 - Medium-High risk6/2/2025
Original container (3270.66(b))
In Room 6 there was a purple liquid in an unlabeled spray bottle, staff identified this substance as cleaner. Requirement: Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be stored in an original labeled container or in a container that specifies the content. Toxics shall be stored away from food, food preparation areas and child care spaces. Correction: Operator labeled the cleaner. Inspection: Initial review. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 6/6/2025 - Medium-High risk6/2/2025
Has all items (3270.75(c))
The first aid kit located in Room 4 lacked tape. The first aid kit located in Room 6 lacked scissors. Requirement: A first-aid kit must contain the following: soap, an assortment of adhesive bandages, sterile gauze pads, tweezers, tape, scissors and disposable, nonporous gloves. Correction: Added tape to Room 4's first aid kit and scissors to Room 6's first aid kit. Inspection: Initial review. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 6/6/2025
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Estimated monthly cost
$1,021/month
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About this daycare
- Location: PITTSBURGH, Allegheny County
- Capacity: 89
- Type: Child Care Center
- Years in operation: 1
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