Kiddie Academy of South Fayette
Data last updated · May 2026
Quality Indicators
See Methodology →- Overall QualityCombines daily care quality (interactions, learning, environment) with structural features like staff-to-child ratios and teacher qualifications.5 / 5
- Process QualityThe quality of daily care — caregiver-child interactions, learning activities, and the emotional climate. Drawn from the state QRIS rating, accreditations, and Head Start CLASS observations.5 / 5
- Structural QualityMeasurable features like staff-to-child ratios, group sizes, license status, and teacher qualifications. Provider-level data when available; otherwise the state regulatory baseline.4 / 5
Why this rating
This daycare earned 5 out of 5 stars overall. Process quality reflects a Keystone STARS rating of STAR 4 ACC. Structural quality reflects Pennsylvania's licensing baseline. Pennsylvania caps infant ratios at 1:4, toddler ratios at 1:5, and preschool ratios at 1:10. Lead teachers must hold a High School Diploma. Teachers must complete 6 hours of annual training.
Quality Recognitions & Accreditations
- State Quality Rating
- Keystone STARS STAR 4 ACC (Max 4) Learn more →
- Accreditations
- National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC)Not Accredited
- National Accreditation Commission (NAC)Not Accredited
- National Early Childhood Program Accreditation (NECPA)Not Accredited
- National Association for Family Child Care (NAFCC)Not Accredited
Facility Info
- Facility type
- Child Care Center
- Age groups served
- Not Available
- Licensed capacity
- 167
- Teacher-child ratios & group sizesState Minimum Displayed
Age Max ratio Max group Infants 1:4 8 Toddlers 1:5 10 Preschool 1:10 20
Teacher Credentials
- Lead teacher credentialState Minimum Displayed
- High School Diploma
Inspection History
Across 5 inspections since 2024, the issues cited most often were Licensing & Administrative Compliance (2), Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (2), and Emergency Preparedness & Drills (1). None of the 5 findings were critical.
See All 5 Inspection Visits
Jan 13, 20261 Finding1 Important
- General Health and Safety; 2026-01-133270.21
3270.32(a) | Comply with CPSL; 2026-01-13 | 3270.77(a) | No peeling paint or plaster; 2026-01-13 | 3270.82(h) | Handwashing signs; 2026-01-13 | 3270.102(a) | Clean and good repair; 2026-01-13 | 3270.123(a)(6)/3270.182(2) | Admission date/Application, admission, withdrawal dates; 2026-01-13 | 3270.124(b)(2) | Physician name, address, phone; 2026-01-13 | 3270.124(b)(3) | Parent home/work address, phone; 2026-01-13 | 3270.124(b)(7) | Name/address/phone release person; 2026-01-13 | 3270.124(f)/3270.181(c) | Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mo; 2026-01-13 | 3270.131(b)(2) | Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months; 2026-01-13 | 3270.181(c) | Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos; 2026-01-13 | 3270.31(f)(10) | Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR; 2026-01-13 | 3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) | Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff perso
Jan 9, 20251 Finding1 Important
- Comply with CPSL; 2025-01-093270.32(a)
3270.36(b)(1)/3270.192(2)(iv) | HS/GED + 30 credits/Transcript, diploma and letters; 2025-01-09 | 3270.75(c) | Has all items; 2025-01-09 | 3270.77(a) | No peeling paint or plaster; 2025-01-09 | 3270.82(h) | Handwashing signs; 2025-01-09 | 3270.123(a)(1) | Amount of fee; 2025-01-09 | 3270.123(a)(4) | Arrival/departure times; 2025-01-09 | 3270.124(b)(2) | Physician name, address, phone; 2025-01-09 | 3270.124(b)(3) | Parent home/work address, phone; 2025-01-09 | 3270.124(b)(4)/3270.182(3) | Written consent/Consent for emergency medical care required ; 2025-01-09 | 3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) | 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/He; 2025-01-09 | 3270.151(c)(2)/3270.192(3) | Mantoux TB/Health assessment, TB test; 2025-01-09 | 3270.182(5) | Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior
Aug 14, 20241 Finding1 Important
- Original Label; 2024-08-143270.133(5)
3270.192(5) | Two written references
Jun 28, 20241 Finding1 Important
- Age and Training; 2024-06-283270.31(e)(4)(i)
3270.37(b)/3270.192(2)(ii) | Aide qualifications/Exp, educ., training prior to facility; 2024-06-28 | 3270.192(5) | Two written references
Jan 18, 20241 Finding1 Important
- Training Regarding Plan; 2024-01-183270.27(c)
3270.27(e) | Letter to parents; 2024-01-18 | 3270.31(e)(4)(i) | Age and Training; 2024-01-18 | 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) | Comply with CPSL/CPSL information; 2024-01-18 | 3270.32(a) | Comply with CPSL; 2024-01-18 | 3270.77(a) | No peeling paint or plaster; 2024-01-18 | 3270.102(a) | Clean and good repair; 2024-01-18 | 3270.102(a)/3270.103 | Clean and good repair/Small Toys and Objects; 2024-01-18 | 3270.105 | High Chairs; 2024-01-18 | 3270.124(b)(2) | Physician name, address, phone; 2024-01-18 | 3270.124(b)(7) | Name/address/phone release person; 2024-01-18 | 3270.124(f)/3270.181(c) | Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mo; 2024-01-18 | 3270.151(c)(1)/3270.192(3) | Physical examination/Health assessment, TB test; 2024-01-18 | 3270.151(c)(3) | Exam communicable disease; 2024-01-18 | 3270.182(5) | Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior; 2024-01-18 | 3270.31(e) | Age and Training