CHILDRENS ADVENTURE LRG CTR
CARNEGIE, PA·Child Care CenterLicensed
Contact information
Address630 WASHINGTON AVE, CARNEGIE, PA, 15106
CountyAllegheny
Phone(412) 276-0551
Operating details
Capacity50
SubsidiesY
License dateNovember 3, 2025
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 8/15/2025 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High1
- Medium-High14
- Medium9
- Medium-Low1
- Low0
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Location
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630 WASHINGTON AVE, CARNEGIE, PA, 15106, CARNEGIE, PA 15106
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- This facility has health or sanitation findings on its state record - ask about their current cleaning, diapering, and handwashing procedures
- Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses
- They accept child care subsidies - ask what the enrollment process looks like and whether there is a waitlist for subsidized spots
- Ask about teacher-to-child ratios and how supervision is maintained through the day
Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 8/15/2025
- High0
- Medium-High4
- Medium3
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
2025
- Medium risk8/15/2025
Exam communicable disease/Physician/CRNP assessment (3270.151(c)(3)/3270.151(c)(5))
The health assessment for staff #1 and #3 did not include the results of an examination for communicable diseases and the physician's or CRNP's assessment of the person's suitability to provide child care. Requirement: An adult health assessment must include an examination for communicable diseases and the results of that examination. An adult health assessment must include the physician's or CRNP's assessment of the person's suitability to provide child care. Correction: We have requested that staff #1 and #3 return to the physician's offices to complete the results of an examination for communicable diseases and the physician's assessment of the person's suitability to provide child care. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 9/5/2025 - Medium-High riskStandard 128/15/2025
12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test (3270.151(a)/3270.192(3))
The record for staff #4 lacked a current health 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. 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: Staff person # 4 failed to fill in her name at the top of the form. A print out was obtained from the doctor to show that a physical exam was conducted on the date the form was signed. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 8/18/2025 - Medium risk8/15/2025
Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months/Initial and subsequent health reports (3270.131(b)(2)/3270.182(1))
The record for child #1, who is a preschool child. contained a current health report dated more than 12 months following the date of their previous health report. 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: A current health report for Child # 1 was obtained as soon as we realized it was overdue. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 8/18/2025 - Medium-High risk8/15/2025
Parent home/work address, phone (3270.124(b)(3))
The emergency contact information for child #1 and #3 lacked the work telephone number of the enrolling parent. The emergency contact information for child #2 lacked the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent. Requirement: Emergency contact information must include the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent. Correction: Emergency contact information for each of the families in question has been obtained and added to the Emergency Contact Form. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 8/18/2025 - Medium-High risk8/15/2025
Building Surfaces (3270.76)
There were (2) sharp metal wires protruding from the chain link fence surrounding the outdoor play space that posed a potential hazard for children in care. Water-stained ceiling tiles were observed in the babyland room, the children's bathroom and the staff bathroom. 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: The two sharp metal wires were addressed during the inspection and the water-stained ceiling tiles were replaced. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 8/28/2025 - Medium risk8/15/2025
Comply with CPSL (3270.32(a))
Staff #2, #4 and #5 completed mandated reporter training more than 60 months following the date of their previous training. Requirement: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). Correction: Mandated reporter training was completed as soon as we realized that we needed to update. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 7/11/2025 - Medium-High risk8/15/2025
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information (3270.32(a)/3270.192(4))
The record for staff #1 included a current state police clearance dated more than 60 months following the date of their previous clearance and lacked a current child abuse clearance. The record for staff #2 included a current child abuse clearance dated more than 60 months following the date of their previous 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 #1 may not work in a child care position at the facility. Correction: Staff person #1 has been suspended from caring for children until a clearance is obtained. She has contacted ChildLine for a replacement. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 9/15/2025
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Safety & Compliance Analysis
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Estimated monthly cost
$817/month
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Typical prices in Pennsylvania run about $1,099/month for infant care at a center (federal median) — see daycare costs in Pennsylvania by age group.
About this daycare
- Location: CARNEGIE, Allegheny County
- Capacity: 50
- Type: Child Care Center
- Years in operation: 1
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