KIDS LIFE DAY CARE
MONROEVILLE, PA·Child Care CenterLicensed
Contact information
Address4761 WILLIAM PENN HWY, MONROEVILLE, PA, 15146
CountyAllegheny
Phone(412) 373-5433
Operating details
Capacity48
SubsidiesY
License dateAugust 28, 2025
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 10/24/2025 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High1
- Medium-High14
- Medium10
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
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4761 WILLIAM PENN HWY, MONROEVILLE, PA, 15146, MONROEVILLE, PA 15146
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Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 10/24/2025
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- Medium-High10
- Medium7
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
2025
- Medium-High riskStandard 1210/24/2025
12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test (3270.151(a)/3270.192(3))
The file for Staff #3 contained a health assessment dated 07.15.2025, which was completed after their hire date. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET) 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. A facility person's record shall include a written report of initial and subsequent health assessments, including the results of initial and subsequent tuberculin skin tests, x-rays or other medical documentation necessary to confirm freedom from communicable tuberculosis. Correction: The health assessment was late and placed in the staff file. Inspection: Allocated Unannounced Monitoring. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 10/24/2025 - Medium risk10/24/2025
No peeling paint or plaster (3270.77(a))
In the older toddler room, plaster was observed to be damaged from the wall behind the door as a result of repeated contact from the door handle. Requirement: Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility. Correction: The wall was repaired. Inspection: Allocated Unannounced Monitoring. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 10/30/2025 - Medium-High risk10/24/2025
Has all items (3270.75(c))
First aid kits in the facility lacked gauze pads. 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: The gauze pads were added to the first aid kit during the inspection. Inspection: Allocated Unannounced Monitoring. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 10/24/2025 - Medium risk10/24/2025
Each staff person meets quals/Exp, educ., training prior to facility (3270.33(a)/3270.192(2)(ii))
The file(s) for Staff #3 did not include hours/years of experience in childcare. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET) Requirement: A staff person or a substitute staff person shall meet one of the applicable staff qualifications for the position in which the person is performing. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility. Correction: The director filled out the Childcare Verification Form. Inspection: Allocated Unannounced Monitoring. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 10/30/2025 - Medium risk10/24/2025
Comply with CPSL/Exp, educ., training prior to facility (3270.32(a)/3270.192(2)(ii))
Staff Person #3 did not complete Mandated Reporter training within 90 days of their hire date. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET) Requirement: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). A facility person's record shall include verification of childcare experience, education and training prior to service at the facility. Correction: The Mandated Reporter was late and now in the staff file. Inspection: Allocated Unannounced Monitoring. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 10/24/2025 - Medium-High risk10/24/2025
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information (3270.32(a)/3270.192(4))
The Child Abuse Clearance and NSOR Certificate in the file(s) for staff #3 were dated after their Date of Hire. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET) The Disclosure Statement in the file(s) for Staff Person(s) #2 was/were completed on the incorrect form. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET) The Disclosure Statement in the file(s) for Staff Person(s) #3 was/were completed after their Date of Hire. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET) 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. Correction: The clearances for Staff #3 were late and added to the file. The Disclosure Statement for Staff #2 signed and dated the VOLUNTEER Disclosure Statement and Staff #3 signed and dated the Disclosure Statement and added it to the file. Inspection: Allocated Unannounced Monitoring. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 10/24/2025 - Medium-High risk10/24/2025
Health and Safety Training (3270.31(f))
Staff person #3 had not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (SEE LIS CODE SHEET): Pediatric First aid/Pediatric CPR training (Dated: 06.30.2025) and Health and Safety, Part 1 and Part 2, (Dated: 07.09.2025 and 07.16.2025, respectively.) Requirement: Staff persons shall complete professional development within 90 days of hire as listed in subsections (f)1-10. Correction: The trainings were completed late and placed in the file. Inspection: Allocated Unannounced Monitoring. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 10/24/2025 - Medium-High risk5/8/2025
Original label (3270.133(5))
A tube of Nystatin labeled for Child #3 (03.2025), a bottle of liquid Acetaminophen for Children #5 (02.2025) and Child #7 (03.2025) was observed to be expired. was observed to lack written parental consent for administration. An unlabeled tube of Nystatin, reported to be intended for Child #3 was observed to lack written parental consent for administration. A bottle of liquid Ibuprofen labeled for Child #4 was observed to lack written parental consent for administration. An inhaler labeled for Child #6 was observed to lack written parental consent for administration and was expired (11.2024). Requirement: Medication shall be stored in accordance with the manufacturer's or health professional's instructions on the original label. Correction: The expired cream, medication and inhaler were all removed from the center. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 5/8/2025 - Medium-High risk5/8/2025
Training regarding plan (3270.27(c))
The two most recent Emergency Plan Trainings for Staff #3, #4, #6, #7 and #8 were dated more than 12-months apart. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET) 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: This was corrected as the trainings were completed. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 5/8/2025 - Medium-High risk5/8/2025
Health and Safety Training (3270.31(f))
Staff person #1, #2 and #3 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 Training (Staff #1dated: 01.20.2025), (Staff #2 dated: 01.15.2024 and (Staff #3 dated: 04.12.2024). (SEE LIS CODE SHEET) Requirement: Staff persons shall complete professional development within 90 days of hire as listed in subsections (f)1-10. Correction: This was corrected as the CPR and First Aid Trainings were completed on 01.20.2025. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 5/8/2025 - Medium risk5/8/2025
Comply with CPSL/Exp, educ., training at facility (3270.32(a)/3270.192(2)(iii))
Mandated Reporter Training for staff #3 was dated more than 60 months ago. The Disclosure Statement in the file for Staff #1 was dated after Staff #1's Date of Hire. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET) Requirement: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). A facility person's record shall include verification of childcare experience, education and training following the outset of service at the facility. Correction: Mandated Reporter training and Disclosure Statements were late but were corrected as they had been completed. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 5/8/2025 - Medium risk5/8/2025
Staff evaluations (3270.34(a)(6))
The two most recent staff evaluations for Staff #2 and #4 were completed more than one year apart. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET) Requirement: A director is responsible for written evaluation of staff persons on a regular basis, a minimum of one evaluation every 12 months. Correction: This was corrected as the evaluations were completed. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 5/8/2025 - Medium risk5/8/2025
Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months/Initial and subsequent health reports (3270.131(b)(2)/3270.182(1))
The file for Child #1 (OT) had an Updated Health Assessment more than 12 months past the initial health assessment. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET) Requirement: The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 12 months for an older toddler or preschool child. A child's record shall contain initial and subsequent health reports. Correction: This was corrected because the health report was received. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 5/8/2025 - Medium-High risk5/8/2025
Date of administration (3270.133(7)(v))
The medication log for Child #5 was lacking the "Date of Administration." Requirement: A medication log shall include the date of administration. Correction: The medication did not accompany the medication log and was not found within the daycare space, so the medication log was accidentally filed away. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 5/8/2025 - Medium-High riskStandard 125/8/2025
12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter (3270.151(a))
The two most recent health assessments for Staff #3 and #5 were dated more than 24 months apart. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET) 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: This was corrected as the health assessments were received. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 5/8/2025 - Medium-High risk5/8/2025
Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance (3270.95(a)/3270.95(b))
The facility's fire alarm test report documented testing of the fire alarm system between: 07.13.2024 - 08.14.2024 (32 Days); 10.11.2024 - 11.12.2024 (32 Days); 01.10.2025 - 02.14.2025 (35 Days). The tests conducted were more than 30 days apart. Requirement: Fire detection devices or systems must be in compliance with standards established under section 1016(c) of the act (62 P.S. § 1016(c)). The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall ensure the requirements under subsection (a) are met. Correction: This was corrected as the fire alarms were tested. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 5/8/2025 - Medium risk5/8/2025
Health information/Initial and subsequent health reports (3270.131(a)/3270.182(1))
The Initial Child Health Report for Child #2, enrolled for more than 60 days, was lacking from the child file. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET) 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: This was corrected as the health report was received. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 5/8/2025
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Safety & Compliance Analysis
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(Past 6 Months)
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Estimated monthly cost
$1,075/month
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About this daycare
- Location: MONROEVILLE, Allegheny County
- Capacity: 48
- Type: Child Care Center
- Years in operation: 1
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