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Sands Quality Child Care Inc

Ambridge, PA · Beaver County
★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆ 3.0 (2 reviews)
2922 Duss Ave, Ambridge, PA 15003
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Quick Facts

Capacity
77 children
Languages
English, English
Subsidized Program
Participates
Food Program
Does not participate
State Rating
1

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Contact Information

📞 (724) 266-6373
2922 Duss Ave
Ambridge, PA 15003
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Licensed Child Care Center
Active License
License Number
CER-00248976
License Issued
Dec 9, 2025
Active Through
Dec 9, 2026
Issued By
Pennsylvania Department of Education and Public Welfare
District Office
Early Learning Resource Center for Region 3

Reviews

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Jennifer
2017-06-28 16:29:14
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
I have used this provider for more than 6 months

My children have attended sands for many years, its like their second home. Shelly the owner is amazing and my kids love her! The staff there are loving and keep me updated on what my children are doing throughout the day. I can not imagine them being anywhere else!

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Unhappy
2015-11-18 05:22:47
★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆
I have used this provider for more than 6 months

Some of the staff are mean to the children,don't interact with them and have unrealistic expectations of them; however,the owner is nice.

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Hours of Operation

  • Monday6:30 AM - 6:00 PM
  • Tuesday6:30 AM - 6:00 PM
  • Wednesday6:30 AM - 6:00 PM
  • Thursday6:30 AM - 6:00 PM
  • Friday6:30 AM - 6:00 PM
  • Saturday Closed
  • Sunday Closed

Inspection/Report History

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Inspection Date Reason Description Status
2026-04-29 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring 3270.124(c) - Each child care space Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(c)

Description: Each child care space

Noncompliance Area: Two children were observed receiving care in the Toddler room without their emergency contact forms being in the classroom.

Correction Required: When children are in the facility, emergency contact information shall be present in a child care space for children receiving care in the space.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
To correct this, the required emergency contact information has been placed in each child care space and will remain accessible whenever children are receiving care.
2026-04-29 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring 3270.133(5) - Original label Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.133(5)

Description: Original label

Noncompliance Area: There was an Albuterol Inhaler labeled for use by Child #1 that had an expiration date of 1130.2025 and was therefore not in accordance with the manufacturer's original label.

Correction Required: Medication shall be stored in accordance with the manufacturer's or health professional's instructions on the original label.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The expired medication was removed from the facility, and the parent was notified to provide an updated, unexpired inhaler for the child if medication is still required. The child's parent provided us with an updated inhaler.
2026-04-29 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)

Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

Noncompliance Area: The file for Staff person #1 does not include a signed disclosure statement (See LIS Code Sheet).

Correction Required: 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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The signed disclosure statement has now been completed, signed, and added to the staff's employment file.
2026-04-29 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring 3270.76 - Building Surfaces Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.76

Description: Building Surfaces

Noncompliance Area: There were stained ceiling tiles in the gross motor room. reportedly from a previous leak in the roof which has since been repaired.

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.)
The roof leak has already been repaired, and the surface area has been painted.
2026-04-29 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring 3270.77(a) - No peeling paint or plaster Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.77(a)

Description: No peeling paint or plaster

Noncompliance Area: There were areas of peeling paint on the wall between the 2 doors in the gross motor room.

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.)
To correct this, the area was covered with tape.
2025-09-02 Renewal 3270.107 - Refrigerator Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.107

Description: Refrigerator

Noncompliance Area: There was no thermometer in the refrigerator in the School age/Preschool room where children's milk is stored.

Correction Required: 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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Correct thermometers were placed within the refrigerator.
2025-09-02 Renewal 3270.123(a)(5) - Designated release persons Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.123(a)(5)

Description: Designated release persons

Noncompliance Area: The agreement on file for Child #5 does not include the persons to whom the child can be released.

Correction Required: An agreement shall specify the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The parent reviewed the agreement paperwork and provided the names of the persons to whom the child can be released.
2025-09-02 Renewal 3270.123(b)/3270.182(8) - Parent receives original/Copy of initial and subsequent agreements. Parent receives original. Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.123(b)/3270.182(8)

Description: Parent receives original/Copy of initial and subsequent agreements. Parent receives original.

Noncompliance Area: The agreement on file for Child #1, #2, #3, #4, and #5 are the original agreements, which are to be given to the parent, and a copy maintained by the facility.

Correction Required: A parent shall receive the original agreement. The facility shall retain a copy of the agreement. A child's record shall contain a copy of the initial agreement and subsequent written agreements between the parent and the operator. The parent receives the original agreement.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
We made a copy of the agreements and supplied the originals to each parent.
2025-09-02 Renewal 3270.124(b)(2) - Physician name, address, phone Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(2)

Description: Physician name, address, phone

Noncompliance Area: The emergency contact form on file for Child #1 does not include the address for the child's pediatrician/source for medical care.

Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The parent reviewed and added the address for the child's pediatrician.
2025-09-02 Renewal 3270.124(b)(4)/3270.182(3) - Written consent/Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(4)/3270.182(3)

Description: Written consent/Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission

Noncompliance Area: The file for Child #1 does not include written parental permission for the facility to obtain emergency medical care.

Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include the written consent signed by a parent for emergency medical care. A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child. Written consent is required prior to admission.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The parent reviewed and updated signatures appropriately.
2025-09-02 Renewal 3270.124(c) - Each child care space Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(c)

Description: Each child care space

Noncompliance Area: A child was observed receiving care in the Toddler room without their emergency contact forms being in the classroom.

Correction Required: When children are in the facility, emergency contact information shall be present in a child care space for children receiving care in the space.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
We placed the child's emergency contact form in each classroom binder immediately.
2025-09-02 Renewal 3270.182(5) - Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.182(5)

Description: Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission

Noncompliance Area: The file for Child #1 does not include written parental permission for the facility to administer minor first aid procedures.

Correction Required: A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff. Written consent is required prior to admission.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The parent reviewed and updated signatures appropriately.
2025-09-02 Renewal 3270.31(e)/3270.192(2)(iii) - Age and Training/Exp, educ., training at facility Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.31(e)/3270.192(2)(iii)

Description: Age and Training/Exp, educ., training at facility

Noncompliance Area: The file for Staff person #2, included 8 of 12 hours of annual training from 12.2023-12.2024; an additional 2 hours of training from 8.13.25 and 2 hours from 8.21.25 are borrowed to meet the requirement.

Correction Required: A staff person shall obtain an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training following the outset of service at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff person #2 will complete 4 training hours.
2025-09-02 Renewal 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)

Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

Noncompliance Area: The file for Staff person #1 includes NSOR clearances dated 2.18.20-8.21.25, more than 60 months apart. The file for Staff person #2 includes criminal history clearances dated3.18.20-3.27.25; child abuse clearances dated 3.26.20-5.6.25; and NSOR clearances dated 3.17.20-8.21.25, all more than 60 months apart. The file for Staff person #3 includes NSOR clearances dated 2.8.20-8.21.25, more than 60 months apart. The current Criminal History clearance on file for Staff person #3 does not include a dissemination date making it invalid, and the previous clearance is dated 8.28.18, more than 60 months ago. The file for Staff person #3 who was rehired (See LIS Code Sheet) does not include a new signed disclosure statement at the time of rehire. The file for Staff person #4 includes NSOR clearances dated 5.22.20-8.21.25, more than 60 months apart.

Correction Required: 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 # 3 may not work in a childcare position at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
To address noncompliance, we will have all staff members renew their clearances before the 60-month deadline. To correct Staff person #3 dissemination date, which is invalid, we will have their Criminal History Clearance updated immediately and submitted for inspection review.
2025-09-02 Renewal 3270.72(b) - Screened Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.72(b)

Description: Screened

Noncompliance Area: There was an open window in the young toddler room that did not have a screen.

Correction Required: Windows or doors used for ventilation shall be screened when open.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
A sign was placed above the window, indicating to staff members not to open the window without a screen.

If you are a provider and believe any information is incorrect, please contact us. We will research your concern and make corrections accordingly.

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