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Chesterbrook Academy

201 S Atwater Dr, Malvern, PA 193554.8· 71 reviews
licensed capacity
211
open each week
5 days

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About Chesterbrook Academy

Chesterbrook Academy is a child care center in Malvern, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 211 children.

It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM. It describes a Bilingual / immersion approach, with infant care, pre-k, preschool and summer camp.

Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 3 visits in the last 3 years and cited 4 rules across 2 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

InfantsPreschool / pre-KSummer campAccepts child care subsidyOpens before 7 AMBilingual program
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Type
Child care center
Ages
6 weeks, Pre-K2
Hours today
Closed today
Licensed capacity
211 children

Hours

Hours

Monday6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Tuesday6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Wednesday6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Thursday6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Friday6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayTodayNot listed
From the state licenseHours it lists: “M-F 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM”

Programs

Programs and care

Ages6 weeks, Pre-K2
ProgramsInfant care, pre-k, preschool, summer camp and toddler care
ApproachBilingual / immersion (Spanish integrated throughout the day)
CurriculumLinks to Learning
Child care subsidyAccepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license
Parent updatesParent app (Links 2 Home)
LanguagesSpanish
Licensed capacity211 childrenFrom the state license
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Tuition and costs

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State record

Inspection reports for Chesterbrook Academy

License

Status
Certified by the state and operating
License type
Certificate of Compliance
Capacity
211 children
License number
#CER-00251820
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Summary

3 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Feb 2, 2026: 3 rules cited

Rules cited on 2 of 3 visits · 4 rules in all · 4 corrected

  • Building, equipment and play areas 3
  • Records and paperwork 1

For comparison: 93% of Pennsylvania daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 14.

A cited rule is what an inspector found on the day of a visit. It is not a rating of the daycare today.

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  1. Feb 2, 2026Inspection3 rules cited
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster

      “During the renewal inspection conducted 2/2/26, chipped paint was observed in the toddler 2 childcare space next to the wooden cabinet and in the pre-k 2 childcare space in the meet the future and trace me section of the classroom.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 13, 2026

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.123(a)(6)/3270.182(2) Admission date/Application, admission, withdrawal dates

      “During the renewal inspection conducted 2/2/26, the agreement reviewed for child #1 did not include the date of admission.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 13, 2026

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.76 Building Surfaces

      “During the renewal inspection conducted 2/2/26, water stains were observed on the ceiling tile in the toddler 2 childcare space and intermediate 1 childcare space.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 17, 2026

  2. Jan 22, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster

      “During the renewal inspection conducted 1/22/25, peeled paint was observed on the windowsills in room 3 and 4, 2-year-old classrooms and the windowsill of room 8, 3--4-year-old classroom.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 6, 2025

  3. Mar 7, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  4. Mar 8, 2023Inspection4 rules cited
    • Records and paperwork

      3270.124(b)(6) Insurance coverage information

      “During the renewal inspection conducted on 3/08/2023 observed child #1's emergency contact information did not include the health insurance policy number. Corrected on site 3/08/2023.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 18, 2023

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(1) Immunization record/Exemption documentation from parent/guardian

      “During the renewal inspection conducted on 3/08/2023 observed child #2's health report did not include an up to date influenza vaccine. The last one on the immunization report is from 9/30/2021.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 18, 2023

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.81 Glass

      “During the renewal inspection conducted on 3/08/2023 observed a glass door in room #10 did not have a visual strip. Corrected on site 3/08/2023.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 18, 2023

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.82(h) Handwashing signs

      “During the renewal inspection conducted on 3/08/2023 observed rooms #8 and #10 did not have handwashing signs posted above each sink. Corrected on site 3/08/2023.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 18, 2023

  5. Jun 3, 2022Inspection2 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.33(a)/3270.192(2)(ii) Each staff person meets quals/Exp, educ., training prior to facility

      “During the renewal inspection the files of Staff 8, Staff 9, Staff 10, Staff 11, Staff 13, Staff 14, Staff 15, and Staff 21 did not include verification of education to qualify for the position in which the person was performing.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jul 3, 2022

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.31(f)(10)/3270.192(2)(iii) Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR/Exp, educ., training at facility

      “During the renewal inspection Staff 4 did not have verification of completion of pediatric first aid and pediatric CPR training.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jun 17, 2022

  6. Apr 25, 2022Complaint investigation1 rule cited
    • Discipline and child guidance

      3270.113(b) No physical punishment

      “Director acknowledged that video captured Staff 1 hitting child after the child stuffed her mouth with food.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 9, 2022

Copied from Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning on October 2, 2026; the state's records start around Jun 2021. Rule wording, severity and dates are the state's.

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Questions about Chesterbrook Academy

Is Chesterbrook Academy licensed?

Yes. Chesterbrook Academy is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.

When was Chesterbrook Academy last inspected?

Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on February 2, 2026, with 3 rules cited. It lists 3 visits in the last 3 years.

Has Chesterbrook Academy had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 4 rules across 2 of 3 visits in the last 3 years; 4 show a correction in the state record. For comparison: 93% of Pennsylvania daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 14. A cited rule is what an inspector found on the day of a visit. It is not a rating of the daycare today.

How many children can Chesterbrook Academy care for?

211, the licensed capacity on the state record.

Does Chesterbrook Academy accept child care subsidies?

Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.

What are Chesterbrook Academy's hours?

Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.

How much does Chesterbrook Academy cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (610) 647-5177 to ask.

What is Chesterbrook Academy's phone number?

(610) 647-5177.

Where is Chesterbrook Academy?

201 S Atwater Dr, Malvern, PA 19355. The nearest other daycare we list is Brandywine Children's House, 0.7 miles away.

Sources: Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning (license and visits).