WHITES TOTS TO TEENS
PITTSBURGH, PA·Child Care CenterLicensed
Contact information
Address2801 CUSTER AVE, PITTSBURGH, PA, 15227
CountyAllegheny
Phone(412) 668-3981
Operating details
Capacity105
SubsidiesY
License dateJune 2, 2026
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 3/18/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
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- Medium-High11
- Medium8
- Medium-Low6
- Low0
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2801 CUSTER AVE, PITTSBURGH, PA, 15227, PITTSBURGH, PA 15227
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Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 3/18/2026
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2026
- Medium-High risk3/18/2026
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety (3270.14/3270.21)
The Shaken Baby Policy submitted by the facility does not include language regarding the prevention and identification of child maltreatment. 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 policy will be updated to show provide the language regarding the prevention and identification of child maltreatment. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 5/1/2026 - Medium-High risk3/18/2026
Training regarding plan/Exp, educ., training at facility (3270.27(c)/3270.192(2)(iii))
The file for Staff person #2 does not include verification of emergency plan training completed within 90 days of hire (See LIS Code Sheet); the training was completed on 1.9.26. 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. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training following the outset of service at the facility. Correction: Staff Person #2 has current emergency plan training. The provider will ensure that the dates of trainings are kept in the staff persons file that document the date of training and that all trainings will be completed within the required amount of time. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 5/1/2026 - Medium-High risk3/18/2026
Health and Safety Training (3270.31(f))
Staff person #2 did not complete the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Pediatric First Aid/Pediatric CPR; the training was completed on 12.17.25. Staff person #2 did not complete the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): PA Required Health and Safety for Centers-Group Child Care Part 1 & Part 2; Part 1 was completed on 2.21.26 and Part 2 was completed on 2.22.26. Staff person #3 did not complete the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Pediatric First Aid/Pediatric CPR; the training was completed on12.17.25. Requirement: Staff persons shall complete professional development within 90 days of hire as listed in subsections (f)1-10. Correction: Staff person #2 and #3 have completed the required preservice training. The provider will ensure that all trainings are completed within the first 90 days of hire. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 5/1/2026 - Medium risk3/18/2026
Comply with CPSL (3270.32(a))
Staff person #2 did not complete the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Mandated Reporter training; the training was completed on 11.30.25. Requirement: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). Correction: Staff person #2 has current Mandated Reporter training on file. The provider will ensure that all pre-service training is completed within 90 days of the date of hire. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 3/18/2026 - Medium-High risk3/18/2026
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information (3270.32(a)/3270.192(4))
The Disclosure Statement on file for Staff person #1 is not the current Disclosure Statement in place on the staff person's date of hire. 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: The correct Disclosure statement has been signed and placed in the staff members folder. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 5/1/2026 - Medium risk3/18/2026
Contaminated trash in closed plastic-lined receptacle (3270.67(d))
There was no lidded trashcan in the school age room which contained plastic forks, cups, etc., that the operator reported were trash products from breakfast. Requirement: Trash that has been contaminated by human secretions or excrement shall be contained in closed, plastic-lined receptacles. Correction: A lid was placed on the trash can in the school age room during the inspection. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 3/18/2026 - Medium riskStandard 1103/18/2026
110º F or less (3270.69(b))
The hot water at the sinks in the boys' and girls' bathrooms in the preschool classroom exceeded 110° F. Requirement: Hot water temperature, in areas accessible to children, may not exceed 110° F. Correction: The provider will contact the building maintenance department to have them fix the water issue. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 5/1/2026 - Medium-High risk3/18/2026
Training chair - sanitized (3270.82(d))
In the boy's bathroom in the preschool room there was a red training chair that had a dried substance in the bowl and did not appear to be clean and sanitized. Requirement: A training chair is not a flushing toilet. A training chair shall be emptied and sanitized after each use. An acceptable sanitizing solution is 1/4 cup of bleach combined with 1 gallon of water. A sanitizing solution shall be treated as a toxic. Correction: The training chair was discarded during the inspection. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 3/18/2026 - Medium-Low risk3/18/2026
Toilet and sinks proper height (3270.82(e))
There were no steps or stool at the sink in the Young Toddler area for able-bodied children to reach the sink for handwashing. Requirement: Toilets and sinks shall be at proper heights for children using them or shall be easily approached by means of platforms or steps. Correction: A stool was provided for the children to stand on if needed. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 5/1/2026 - Medium-Low risk3/18/2026
Clean and good repair (3270.102(a))
There were cracked Magna Tiles in the Main classroom that had cracked and broken edges with missing pieces of plastic on the edges. 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 magna tile was thrown away during the inspection. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 3/18/2026 - Medium-High risk3/18/2026
Services proceeded (3270.123(a)(3))
The most recent Child Service Report on file for Child #4 is dated 1.8.26, more than 6 months after the previous Child Service Report, dated 5.21.25. 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 #4 has a current child service report on file. The provider will ensure that the CSR's are completed within the 6-month time period. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 5/1/2026 - Medium-High risk3/18/2026
Parent home/work address, phone (3270.124(b)(3))
The emergency contact form on file for Child #2 does not include the work address and/or telephone number for the enrolling parent. Requirement: Emergency contact information must include the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent. Correction: The provider has requested that the parent provide the information that is missing. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 5/1/2026 - Medium-High risk3/18/2026
Each child care space (3270.124(c))
The classrooms and gym did not contain the emergency contact forms for the children receiving care in the spaces but only contained a list of telephone numbers. Requirement: When children are in the facility, emergency contact information shall be present in a child care space for children receiving care in the space. Correction: The provider replaced the master list of enrollment information and put the emergency contact forms in the classrooms as requested. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 5/1/2026 - Medium risk3/18/2026
Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months/Initial and subsequent health reports (3270.131(b)(2)/3270.182(1))
The two most recent health assessments on file for Child #1, who is a preschool age child, are dated 12.18.24 and 1.11.26, more than 12 months apart. 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: Child #1 has a current health assessment on file. The provider will remind parents that the assessments need to be no more than 12 months apart. Parent replied that this was the first available date due to insurance reasons and being out of town for the holidays. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 5/1/2026 - Medium-Low risk3/18/2026
Free from contagious/communicable disease (3270.131(d)(7))
The current health assessment on file for Child #1 does not indicate if the child is free from contagious disease and is able to participate in childcare. Requirement: A health report shall include a statement that the child is able to participate in child care and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease. Correction: The parent was notified that the information was not provided and that a new assessment needed to be provided. This child is leaving the program, so a new assessment will not be provided. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 5/1/2026 - Medium-High risk3/18/2026
Written consent (3270.133(6))
The facility had an Albuterol inhaler labeled for use by a specific child that did not have written parental consent to issue. Requirement: A parent shall provide written consent for administration of medication or a special diet. Correction: The provider returned the Albuterol inhaler to the parent because there was not written consent in the childs chart. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 3/19/2026 - Medium-Low risk3/18/2026
Disposable diapers (3270.135(a)(3))
A diaper change was observed in the Main classroom and the staff person was observed placing the soiled diaper on the changing table after removing it from the child, rather than immediately disposing of the diaper into a plastic-lined hands-free can. Requirement: If disposable diapers are provided by a parent or by a facility, a soiled diaper shall be discarded by immediately placing the diaper into a plastic-lined, hands-free covered can. Correction: The staff person was informed of the violation and will throw the diaper away immediately after changing. The child was grabbing at the diaper so it was moved to the side to complete cleaning the child before it was thrown away. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 3/18/2026 - Medium-Low risk3/18/2026
Written statement (3270.166(1))
The facility did not have feeding plans submitted in writing by the parent for the infants receiving care in the infant room. Requirement: A written statement giving the formula and feeding schedule for an infant shall be obtained from the parent. Correction: The feeding schedule was removed to be updated and was not placed back in the infant room. The staff had written instructions on a whiteboard, but a new schedule has been completed and placed back in the room. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 3/20/2026 - Medium-High risk3/18/2026
Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance (3270.95(a)/3270.95(b))
The fire alarm 30-day test log includes test dates 10.8.25-11.21.25 and 12.19.25-1.30.26, 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: The provider will work with the building management to ensure that the alarm tests are done within the 30 days and not just by calendar month. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 5/1/2026 - Medium risk3/18/2026
Health information/Initial and subsequent health reports (3270.131(a)/3270.182(1))
The initial health assessment on file for Child #3 is dated 7.29.25, more than 60 days after enrollment. 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 #3 has a current health assessment on file. The provider will ensure that the health assessments are provided within the 60 day requirement after enrollment. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 3/18/2026
2025
- Medium-Low risk10/29/2025
General Health and Safety (3270.21)
There was an unlocked door in the school-age room that opened to a room that contained an electrical box, which is accessible to children. Requirement: Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children. Correction: Provider notified building maintenance and requested a lock be installed on the door. Inspection: Allocated Unannounced Monitoring. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 11/30/2025 - Medium-High risk10/29/2025
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information (3270.32(a)/3270.192(4))
The file for staff person #1 did not contain documentation of a complete PA Child Abuse clearance prior to date of hire (See IS CODE SHEET) required for provisional hiring under the CPSL. The signed disclosure statement on file for Staff person #1 does not include a witness signature, making it invalid. 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 had a child abuse clearance completed before date of hire, however, when copies of documents were made it was mistakenly put in an incorrect folder. Staff person #1 provided the clearance before returning to her next scheduled shift. A new Disclosure Statement was signed, witnessed, and filed. Inspection: Allocated Unannounced Monitoring. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 10/30/2025 - Medium risk10/29/2025
Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less (3270.65)
There were 4 uncovered outlets observed in the gym that were accessible to children 5 years of age and under. Requirement: Protective receptacle covers shall be placed in electrical outlets accessible to children 5 years of age or younger. Correction: Plug covers were replaced prior to children entering the gym space. Inspection: Allocated Unannounced Monitoring. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 10/29/2025 - Medium risk10/29/2025
Contaminated trash in closed plastic-lined receptacle (3270.67(d))
There was no lidded trash can in the toddler room are where the children eat for the disposal of the trash contaminated by human secretions or excrement. Requirement: Trash that has been contaminated by human secretions or excrement shall be contained in closed, plastic-lined receptacles. Correction: A new lidded trash can was provided for the lunch area. Inspection: Allocated Unannounced Monitoring. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 10/29/2025 - Medium riskStandard 6510/29/2025
65º F minimum (3270.70(a))
The temperature in the school age classroom measured 60° Fahrenheit and the temperature in the gym measured 61° Fahrenheit, where children were observed receiving care. Requirement: The indoor temperature shall be at least 65° F. Correction: The boiler system was undergoing maintenance at the time of inspection. The property manager had the service scheduled prior to the inspection and it was complete on 10/30/2025. Inspection: Allocated Unannounced Monitoring. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 10/30/2025
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$774/month
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About this daycare
- Location: PITTSBURGH, Allegheny County
- Capacity: 105
- Type: Child Care Center
- Years in operation: 0
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