1ST YEARS DAY CARE CENTER LLC

PITTSBURGH, PAChild Care CenterLicensed

4.3based on state inspection data
Capacity76
Est. price$817/mo

Contact information

Address925 FRANKLIN AVE, PITTSBURGH, PA, 15221

CityPITTSBURGH, PA 15221

CountyAllegheny

Phone(412) 247-9644

Operating details

Capacity76

SubsidiesY

License dateJanuary 19, 2026

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 10/14/2025 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High3
  • Medium-High14
  • Medium8
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

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925 FRANKLIN AVE, PITTSBURGH, PA, 15221, PITTSBURGH, PA 15221

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Violation summary

Last 2 years · Last inspection: 10/14/2025

  • High0
  • Medium-High14
  • Medium8
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

2025

  1. Medium-High risk10/14/2025

    Medication log (3270.133(7))

    The operator was not maintaining a medication log for a prescription medication Albuterol and nonprescription medication Children's Acetaminophen for child #4. Requirement: An operator is responsible to establish and maintain a medication log if prescription or nonprescription medication is administered. Correction: The medication was returned to the parent of child #4-Parent states that the child no longer needs the medication. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 11/3/2025
  2. Medium-High risk10/14/2025

    Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety (3270.14/3270.21)

    Staff person #2 has not completed the following required pre- service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Health and Safety Training. Requirement: 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. Correction: The health and safety training was completed prior to being hired with 1st Years Day Care Center, LLC which was in the file of staff person#2. The update that was previously completed was printed and put in the staff person #2 file Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 11/3/2025
  3. Medium-High risk10/14/2025

    Age and Training (3270.31(e)(4)(i))

    The file for staff # 3 lacked a current Pediatric First Aid and Pediatric CPR training. the previous Pediatric First Aid and Pediatric CPR training was dated 8/20/23-8/25. Requirement: Competence is the completion of training by a professional in the field of first-aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). All staff persons shall renew their certification in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) on or before the expiration of the most current certification. Correction: Staff person #3 has an appointment to complete her Pediatric First Aid and CPR class Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 11/3/2025
  4. Medium-High risk10/14/2025

    Comply with CPSL/CPSL information (3270.32(a)/3270.192(4))

    The file for staff # 4 lacked NSOR 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 child care position at the facility. Correction: The file for Staff#4 was not complete because we were in the process of onboarding her. This staff person was not included on the Staff Data Sheet. All required documents have not been received by this new employee-she was not working with children at the time of inspection Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 11/3/2025
  5. Medium-High risk10/14/2025

    Locked or inaccessible (3270.66(a))

    There was a Dermasil Labs cream a Vitamin E oil and Lisol disinfecting wipes label " Keep out of reach of children" on top of the desk in the PS room accessible to children. Requirement: Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be kept in an area or container that is locked or made inaccessible to children. Correction: Moving forward cleaning materials and other toxic materials will be kept in an area or container that is locked or made inaccessible to children Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 11/3/2025
  6. Medium-High risk10/14/2025

    Original container (3270.66(b))

    There was a Sanitizing Spray on a shelf among food in the kitchen. 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: The sanitation spray was removed from the table in the kitchen area Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 11/3/2025
  7. Medium risk10/14/2025

    Clean and good repair (3270.102(a))

    There was a cracked blue basket in the SA room. Requirement: Toys, play equipment and other indoor and outdoor equipment used by the children shall be clean, in good repair and free from rough edges, sharp corners, pinch and crush points, splinters and exposed bolts. Correction: The blue basket that was present was thrown away Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 11/3/2025
  8. Medium-High risk10/14/2025

    Refrigerator (3270.107)

    The thermometer in the kitchen refrigerator was 50 degrees. Requirement: A facility shall have an operable, clean refrigerator used to store potentially hazardous foods. The refrigerator shall be capable of maintaining food at 45° F or below. An operating thermometer shall be placed in the refrigerator. Correction: The thermostat in the refrigerator was turned up to allow the proper temperature in the refrigerator to be 45 degrees or below Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 11/3/2025
  9. Medium-High risk10/14/2025

    Services proceeded (3270.123(a)(3))

    The file for child #1 lacked a CRS withing 6 months, the last CRS was dated 12/18/24. 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: The child service report that was completed in June 2025 was placed in the child #1 file Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 11/3/2025
  10. Medium-High risk10/14/2025

    Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos (3270.124(f)/3270.181(c))

    The file for child # 1 contained an agreement form that has not been reviewed withing 6 months period from the last review in 1/10/24. The file for child # 3 contained an emergency contact form that has not been reviewed withing 6 months period 6/12/24-5/22/25. Requirement: 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. Correction: An updated agreement from was completed by the parent and place in the file of Child #1 Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 11/3/2025
  11. Medium-High riskStandard 1210/14/2025

    12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter (3270.151(a))

    The file for staff#1 contained a current health report dated 7/18/24 that was not obtained within 24 months off the previous health report dated 5/9/22. 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: Health report was received and placed in the file of staff #1 Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 11/3/2025
  12. Medium-High risk10/14/2025

    Mantoux TB (3270.151(c)(2))

    The file for staff # 2 lacked the date of her TB test on her health report. 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: check for the signatures and dates on all adult health assessments Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 11/3/2025
  13. Medium risk10/14/2025

    Exp, educ., training at facility (3270.192(2)(iii))

    The file for staff #4 lacked proof of education, and verification of childcare experience. Requirement: A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training following the outset of service at the facility. Correction: The file for Staff#4 was not complete because we were in the process of onboarding her. This staff person was not included on the Staff Data Sheet. All required documents have not been received by this new employee-she was not working with children at the time of inspection Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 11/4/2025
  14. Medium risk10/14/2025

    Two written references (3270.192(5))

    The file for staff #4 lacked one written recommendation letter. Requirement: A facility person's record shall include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person. Correction: The file for Staff#4 was not complete because we were in the process of onboarding her. This staff person was not included on the Staff Data Sheet. All required documents have not been received by this new employee-she was not working with children at the time of inspection Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 11/4/2025
  15. Medium-High risk10/14/2025

    Health information/ACIP recommended immunization record (3270.131(a)/3270.131(e))

    The file for child # 2 a preschooler lacked an initial health report. The child has been in care longer than 60days. The child start dated was 3/17/25. 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. Child #2 must be dismissed from care by close of business 10/14/25 and may only return to care when the immunization record is provided or when a parent provides a written, signed and dated exemption letter. Correction: The child #2 currently has a health report dated 8/15/2025 Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 11/4/2025

2024

  1. Medium risk10/25/2024

    No peeling paint or plaster (3270.77(a))

    There was damage plaster and peeling paint on the kitchen wall. There was damage plaster on the school age bathroom ceiling. Requirement: Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility. Correction: Moving forward the plaster damage in the kitchen and school age bathroom has been repaired Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 10/30/2024
  2. Medium risk10/25/2024

    Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months (3270.131(b)(2))

    The file for child # 2 a preschooler contained a current health report dated 12/13/23. The report was obtained after 12 months from the prior report dated 9/6/22. 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. Correction: Although late, the health report was received on 12/13/2923 Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 10/30/2024
  3. Medium risk10/25/2024

    Infant: updated health report every 6 months (3270.131(b)(1))

    The file for child # 1 a toddler contained a current health report dated 7/1/24 that was not updated within 6 months. The previous report was dated 2/3/23. Requirement: The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 6 months for an infant or young toddler. Correction: Although late, the health report was received on 7/1/24 Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 10/30/2024
  4. Medium risk10/25/2024

    Clean and good repair (3270.102(a))

    There was a cracked red plastic basket in the school age room. There was a cracked green pencil box in the YT room. Requirement: Toys, play equipment and other indoor and outdoor equipment used by the children shall be clean, in good repair and free from rough edges, sharp corners, pinch and crush points, splinters and exposed bolts. Correction: Moving forward all equipment will be in good repair and free from rough edges. The red basket was immediately thrown away and the green pencil box in the YT room was repaired to avoid rough edges and splinters Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 10/30/2024
  5. Medium-High risk10/25/2024

    Building Surfaces (3270.76)

    There was a broken ceiling tyle in the preschool room. 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: Moving forward ceiling and other surfaces will be kept in good repair and free from hazards. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 10/30/2024
  6. Medium risk10/25/2024

    Contaminated trash in closed plastic-lined receptacle (3270.67(d))

    There was a garbage can that contained contaminated by human secretions trash without a lid in the preschool room. Requirement: Trash that has been contaminated by human secretions or excrement shall be contained in closed, plastic-lined receptacles. Correction: Moving forward trash containers will have lids in place to avoid contamination. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 10/30/2024
  7. Medium-High risk10/25/2024

    Locked or inaccessible/Toxic plants not permitted (3270.66(a)/3270.66(d))

    There was a toxic plan accessible to children in the playground. There was a Lonicera Xylosteun on the fence. Requirement: Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be kept in an area or container that is locked or made inaccessible to children. Toxic plants are not permitted in a child care space. Correction: Moving forward toxic materials will be kept or contained that is not accessible to children Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 10/30/2024

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$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: PITTSBURGH, Allegheny County
  • Capacity: 76
  • Type: Child Care Center
  • Years in operation: 1

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