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Little Rubies Learning Academy

Pittsburgh, PA · Allegheny County
904 Mount Royal Blvd, Pittsburgh, PA 15223
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Subsidized Program
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📞 (814) 876-0000
904 Mount Royal Blvd
Pittsburgh, PA 15223
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Licensed Child Care Center
Active License
License Number
CER-00239985
License Issued
Jun 1, 2025
Expired
Jun 1, 2026
Issued By
Pennsylvania Department of Education and Public Welfare
District Office
Early Learning Resource Center for Region 5

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LITTLE RUBIES LEARNING ACADEMY is a Child Care Center in PITTSBURGH PA. The provider also participates in a subsidized child care program.

Hours of Operation

  • Days of Operation Monday–Friday

Inspection/Report History

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Inspection Date Reason Description Status
2026-07-20 Appeals - Unannounced Monitoring 3270.102(a) - Clean and good repair Needs Verification

Regulation: 3270.102(a)

Description: Clean and good repair

Noncompliance Area: Two cracked bins were observed in both the Amber and Topaz Classrooms. The bins in the Amber Classoom had pinch points and the bins in the Topaz Classroom were observed to be sharp.

Correction Required: 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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Following the inspection, the cracked storage bins identified in the Amber and Topaz Classrooms were immediately removed from use and replaced with bins that are in good repair and free of sharp edges, pinch points, or other hazards. All classroom equipment and materials were also reviewed to ensure they were safe and in good condition for children's use.
2026-07-20 Appeals - Unannounced Monitoring 3270.151(c)(3)/3270.151(c)(5) - Exam communicable disease/Physician/CRNP assessment Needs Verification

Regulation: 3270.151(c)(3)/3270.151(c)(5)

Description: Exam communicable disease/Physician/CRNP assessment

Noncompliance Area: The initial health report on file for Staff Person #1 lacked information that they had been examined for communicable diseases and the results of that examination and the physician's assessment of their suitability to provide child care.

Correction Required: 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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Following the inspection, the health assessment for Staff Person #1 was reviewed. The unexpired health assessment on file documented that the staff member had been examined for communicable diseases. In addition, documentation from the examining physician was provided to clarify the section in question and confirm the physician's assessment regarding the staff member's suitability to provide child care. This documentation has been maintained in the employee's personnel file.
2026-07-20 Appeals - Unannounced Monitoring 3270.77(a) - No peeling paint or plaster Needs Verification

Regulation: 3270.77(a)

Description: No peeling paint or plaster

Noncompliance Area: An area of peeling paint was observed behind the Topaz Classroom cots in the hallway. An area of peeling paint was observed on the wall next to the door leading to the outdoor play space in the Emerald Classroom. Peeling paint was also observed on the red wall and between the sinks at the baseboard in the restroom connected to the Emerald Classoom.

Correction Required: Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Following the inspection, all areas of peeling paint identified behind the Topaz Classroom cots in the hallway, on the wall adjacent to the Emerald Classroom exit door, and in the Emerald Classroom restroom were repaired. The affected surfaces were scraped, patched as needed, primed, and repainted using appropriate child-safe materials. The repaired areas were inspected to ensure they were smooth, intact, and free of peeling or damaged paint.
2026-06-25 Appeals - Unannounced Monitoring 3270.33(a)/3270.192(2)(ii) - Each staff person meets quals/Exp, educ., training prior to facility Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.33(a)/3270.192(2)(ii)

Description: Each staff person meets quals/Exp, educ., training prior to facility

Noncompliance Area: The file for Staff Person #1 lacked verification of experience to qualify them for the position of Assistant Group Supervisor which they were observed to be performing at the time of the inspection.

Correction Required: 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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Verification of Staff Person #1's qualifying child care experience for the Assistant Group Supervisor position was obtained immediately and added to the employee's file. Documentation verifying the staff member's qualifications was submitted to the licensing representative and is now maintained in the staff record in accordance with licensing requirements.
2026-06-25 Appeals - Unannounced Monitoring 3270.65 - Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.65

Description: Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less

Noncompliance Area: One electrical outlet was observed to be missing a protective receptacle cover in the Emerald Classroom.

Correction Required: Protective receptacle covers shall be placed in electrical outlets accessible to children 5 years of age or younger.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The protective receptacle cover for the electrical outlet in the Emerald classroom was immediately secured during the inspection. The cover had become loose and was not fully inserted into the outlet, resulting in the outlet appearing uncovered. The outlet was corrected on the spot to ensure it was no longer accessible to children and was in compliance with licensing regulations.
2026-06-25 Appeals - Unannounced Monitoring 3270.66(a) - Locked or inaccessible Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.66(a)

Description: Locked or inaccessible

Noncompliance Area: An unlocked cabinet was observed under the sink in the Sapphire Classroom. A container of disinfecting wipes, Raid bait traps, a bottle of Odorban, Windex wipes, and glass cleaner spray were observed under the sink and would be accessible to children receiving care in the space.

Correction Required: Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be kept in an area or container that is locked or made inaccessible to children.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Following the inspection, the cabinet under the sink in the Sapphire classroom was secured to ensure it remained inaccessible to children. All cleaning products and potentially hazardous materials stored in the cabinet, including disinfecting wipes, bait traps, and cleaning solutions, were reviewed to confirm they were properly secured and inaccessible to children.
2026-06-25 Appeals - Unannounced Monitoring 3270.66(b) - Original container Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.66(b)

Description: Original container

Noncompliance Area: In the Topez Classroom a bottle of Odorban was observed on top of the refrigerator next to bananas. Odorban is a cleaning material and considered toxic.

Correction Required: 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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Following the inspection, the bottle of Odorban observed on top of the refrigerator in the Topaz classroom was immediately removed from the area and relocated to an appropriate storage location away from food, food preparation areas, and child care spaces. Staff were reminded that cleaning materials and other toxic substances must be stored in their original labeled containers and maintained separately from food and food-related items at all times.
2026-06-25 Appeals - Unannounced Monitoring 3270.76 - Building Surfaces Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.76

Description: Building Surfaces

Noncompliance Area: An area of baseboard was observed to be detached from the wall and a broken outlet cover plate that caused a sharp point was observed in the Topaz Classroom.

Correction Required: 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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Following the inspection, the detached section of baseboard in the Topaz classroom was secured/repaired and the broken outlet cover plate that created a sharp point was replaced to eliminate the hazard. The affected areas were reviewed to ensure they were in good repair and no longer posed a risk to children in care.
2026-06-25 Appeals - Unannounced Monitoring 3270.82(j) - Running water - diapering Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.82(j)

Description: Running water - diapering

Noncompliance Area: The facility previously reported that a portable sink in the Sapphire Classroom is moved from a foyer area to the changing area prior to changing. A gate is between the classroom and the foyer. At the time of the inspection the portable sink was observed to be in an area blocked by chairs and a garbage bag filled with blankets and would not be practical to move back and forth as previously reported. A water source does need to be in place at the changing area in the Sapphire Classroom.

Correction Required: A source of running water for handwashing shall be present in infant and toddler diapering areas. If the running water does not flow directly into a drain that is connected to a sewage system, a receptacle shall be provided to contain the water used for washing. The receptacle shall be emptied into an approved sewage system at least once a day.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Following the inspection, the changing table in the Sapphire classroom was relocated to an area adjacent to the portable sink to ensure a source of running water for handwashing is readily accessible in the diapering area at all times and in compliance with licensing regulations.
2026-06-25 Appeals - Unannounced Monitoring 3270.91(a) - Stairs, exits, etc. unobstructed Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.91(a)

Description: Stairs, exits, etc. unobstructed

Noncompliance Area: The exit door from the foyer in the Sapphire Classroom to the outside of the building was observed to have a large garbage bag with blankets in front of the door. Chairs were also observed in front of the gate from the Sapphire Classroom to the foyer area. This did not allow the exit to be unobstructed.

Correction Required: Stairways, hallways, exits from rooms, exits from the facility and other means of egress serving as an exit shall be unobstructed.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
At the time of the inspection, a garbage bag containing recently delivered laundered blankets had been temporarily placed in front of the exit door in the Sapphire classroom foyer area. The bag was removed immediately upon identification during the inspection. The chairs positioned in front of the gate leading from the Sapphire classroom to the foyer were also relocated to ensure the means of egress were fully unobstructed. Staff were reminded that exits, gates, hallways, and all other means of egress must remain clear and accessible at all times.
2026-05-26 Appeals - Unannounced Monitoring 3270.66(a) - Locked or inaccessible Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.66(a)

Description: Locked or inaccessible

Noncompliance Area: A spray bottle containing a disinfectant cleaning spray was observed on the counter next to the refrigerator in the Emerald classroom. The spray bottle placement would be accessible to Preschool children receiving care in the child care space.

Correction Required: Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be kept in an area or container that is locked or made inaccessible to children.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Following the inspection, all cleaning products and potentially hazardous materials in the Emerald classroom and throughout the facility were reviewed to ensure they were stored in locked cabinets or otherwise inaccessible to children. Staff were reminded of the requirement that cleaning materials and other toxic substances must be kept inaccessible to children at all times.
2026-05-26 Appeals - Unannounced Monitoring 3270.77(a) - No peeling paint or plaster Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.77(a)

Description: No peeling paint or plaster

Noncompliance Area: Peeling paint was observed under the dry erase board in the Topaz classroom and near the baseboard next to the door to the outdoor play space in the Emerald classroom.

Correction Required: Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The areas of peeling paint identified under the dry erase board in the Topaz classroom and near the baseboard by the outdoor play space door in the Emerald classroom were re-spackled and smoothed to eliminate the damaged surfaces.
2026-04-20 Appeals - Unannounced Monitoring 3270.102(a) - Clean and good repair Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.102(a)

Description: Clean and good repair

Noncompliance Area: Two cracked and broken lids, with potential pinch points and sharp edges, were observed on the puzzle bins in the Amber Classroom.

Correction Required: 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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The cracked and broken puzzle bin lids in the Amber Classroom were removed immediately upon identification and replaced to eliminate any potential pinch points or sharp edges.
2026-04-20 Complaints- Legal Location 3270.113(b) - No physical punishment Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.113(b)

Description: No physical punishment

Noncompliance Area: Based on staff statements, it was determined that during nap time in Room 8 -- Amethyst, Staff Person #1 placed their hand over Child 1's mouth in an attempt to keep the child quiet and avoid waking the other children in the room.

Correction Required: A facility person may not use any form of physical punishment, including spanking a child.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Upon becoming aware of the incident, the staff person was immediately removed from the classroom and sent home. Following an internal review of the incident, the staff person's employment was terminated. The child's safety and well-being were immediately assessed, and appropriate steps were taken to ensure no further risk. All remaining staff were reminded that any form of physical punishment is strictly prohibited.
2026-04-20 Appeals - Unannounced Monitoring 3270.66(b) - Original container Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.66(b)

Description: Original container

Noncompliance Area: One unlabeled spray bottle, containing a yellow cleaning solution, was observed on top of the refrigerator in the Diamond Classroom.

Correction Required: 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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The unlabeled spray bottle was immediately removed from the Diamond Classroom and properly disposed of. All cleaning products are now stored in their original labeled containers or clearly labeled secondary containers. All toxic materials have been relocated to designated, secured storage areas away from food, food preparation areas, and child care spaces.

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