Hilltop Community Children's Center

Hilltop Community Children's Center offers infant and toddler childcare for children from 6 weeks to 5 years old. It also offers Early Head Start in infant and toddler classrooms, Head Start preschool for children ages 3 to 5, a private preschool program, and a PreK Counts classroom for 3- to 5-year-old preschoolers.

Programs

• Infant and Toddler childcare — 6 weeks to 5 years
• Early Head Start — Infant and Toddler classrooms · Within Infant and Toddler classrooms.
• Head Start preschool — 3 to 5 years old · Preschool option for 3- to 5-year-old children.
• Private Preschool program — preschool · Funded through ELRC or private pay.
• PreK Counts classroom — 3 to 5 years old · Classroom for 3- to 5-year-old preschoolers.
• Family Support program — Offers monthly family activities, parent education, and support with screenings and resources.

At a glance

• Ages: 0–5 years old
• General schedule: Preschool class runs 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM if the child does not have wrap around care.
• Facility hours: 7:00 AM - 5:30 PM

About the provider

Hilltop Community Children's Center has a history that goes back to 1988. It is a PA State Licensed facility, has Pennsylvania Keystone Stars Level Four, and is accredited by the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC). The center has partnerships with Early Head Start, Head Start, PreK Counts, Pittsburgh Public Schools, COTRAIC, Allegheny County Office of Community Services, CACFP, Trying Together, the Hilltop Empowerment Collective, and the Birmingham Foundation.

Hours of Operation: 7AM - 5:30PM. Everyone must be in the door by 9AM. If your child is going to eat breakfast with us, please be in the classroom by 8:45AM. We accept subsidy from ELRC and CYF and private pay tuition. Children can receive therapy in the center or at home or both, depending on need and scheduling.

What families say

“Brendan obviously feels so happy and safe in the infant room. His Dad and I feel good leaving him there, knowing that he is loved and making friends. And thanks for making it easier for my anxious, paranoid self to go back to work!” — Brendon's family

“Thank you for making Jude feel so welcome coming to preschool here. He loves to see you everyday and talks about you every night. We love you!” — Jude and Family

“My family and I have had such a great experience with all the staff. The communication is amazing and very appreciated. My daughter, Sierra, really loves waking up every morning and coming here. Her social skills have increased and there has been a great change in her behavior due to Hilltop. All the staff members have shown great kindness and respect. We are so grateful for them all!” — Sierra's family

Last updated October 22, 2026.