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DUQUESNE, PAGroup Child Care HomeLicensed

4.4based on state inspection data
Capacity12
Est. price$1,140/mo

Contact information

Address125 S 5TH ST, DUQUESNE, PA, 15110

CityDUQUESNE, PA 15110

CountyAllegheny

Phone(412) 206-1488

Operating details

Capacity12

SubsidiesY

License dateOctober 6, 2025

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 7/2/2025 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High0
  • Medium-High15
  • Medium5
  • Medium-Low5
  • Low0

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125 S 5TH ST, DUQUESNE, PA, 15110, DUQUESNE, PA 15110

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  1. This facility has health or sanitation findings on its state record - ask about their current cleaning, diapering, and handwashing procedures
  2. This facility has staffing or training findings on its state record - ask about background checks, required training completion, and staff turnover
  3. Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses
  4. This is a small program - ask about backup care arrangements when the provider is ill or away

Violation summary

Last 2 years · Last inspection: 7/2/2025

  • High0
  • Medium-High2
  • Medium0
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

2025

  1. Medium-High risk7/2/2025

    Physical examination/Health assessment, TB test (3280.151(c)(1)/3280.192(3))

    The Initial Health Assessment for Staff #1 was dated (06.2025) which is past their Date of Hire. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET) Requirement: An adult health assessment must include a physical examination. 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 #1 had a Health Assessment which was in the file even though it was late. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 7/2/2025
  2. Medium-High risk7/2/2025

    Toxic plants not permitted (3280.66(c))

    In the outdoor play area, near the left corner of the fence, a toxic plant identified as Poison Oak using the Pl@ntNet app was found. Requirement: Toxic plants are not permitted in a child care space. Correction: The owner/operator removed the poison oak from the play space during the inspection and verified by CR. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 7/2/2025

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Safety & Compliance Analysis

This daycare has multiple recorded violations. Review the details to make an informed decision.

25Total Violations
0Recent Violations
(Past 6 Months)

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  • Schedule a visit during regular hours to observe daily operations.

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Estimated monthly cost

$1,140/month

This is a modeled estimate — based on location, ages served, and program data — not the provider's actual tuition. Real prices vary by age group and services. Contact the daycare for current rates, fees, and availability.

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: DUQUESNE, Allegheny County
  • Capacity: 12
  • Type: Group Child Care Home
  • Years in operation: 1

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