GPY Phoenixville BASE
400 E Pothouse Rd, Phoenixville, PA
GPY Phoenixville Early Learning Center
- licensed capacity
- 151
- open each week
- 5 days
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About GPY Phoenixville Early Learning Center
GPY Phoenixville Early Learning Center is a child care center in Phoenixville, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 151 children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM. It describes its programs: full-time care, infant care, part-time care and pre-k. It says it provides meals.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 10 visits in the last 3 years and cited 12 rules across 9 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsPreschool / pre-KMeals providedSecure entryAccepts child care subsidyOpens before 7 AMNAEYC accredited
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
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- Hours today
- 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 151 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Thursday | 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Friday | 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Programs | Full-time care, infant care, part-time care, pre-k, preschool and toddler care |
|---|---|
| Staff | All staff meet or exceed state requirements and have access to continuous education and training |
| Daily life | USDA food program (CACFP) |
| Safety | Protected entryway with key fob system |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Assistance it accepts | Y Financial Assistance Program |
| Parent updates | Parent app (Tadpoles) |
| Accreditation | NAEYC accredited |
| Licensed capacity | 151 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
GPY Phoenixville Early Learning Center has not listed its tuition.
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State record
Inspection reports for GPY Phoenixville Early Learning Center
License
- Status
- Certified by the state and operating
- License type
- Certificate of Compliance
- Capacity
- 151 children
- License number
- #CER-00243044
Summary
10 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Aug 17, 2026: 1 rule cited
Rules cited on 9 of 10 visits · 12 rules in all · 12 corrected
- Supervision and ratios 3
- Staff training and qualifications 3
- Background checks 2
- Discipline and child guidance 2
- Safety and hazards 1
- Health, medication and illness 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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Aug 17, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 5 staff files and the files for staff #1 did not include the results of NSOR clearances. There is proof of application but according to the Announcement C-25-01 provisional hires will need to have NSOR, Child Abuse, either State Police or FBI clearances, out-of-state clearances, if applicable, proof of application for all remaining clearances and a signed disclosure statement.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 17, 2026
Oct 29, 2025Complaint investigation2 rules cited
3270.68(b) No cigarette butts
“During the complaint investigation, certification representative interviewed staff and observed video footage of a child with a battery from a vape pen in the childcare space.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 29, 2025
3270.21 General Health and Safety
“During the complaint investigation, certification representative interviewed staff and observed video footage of a child with a battery from a vape pen in the childcare space.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 29, 2025
Sep 3, 2025Complaint investigation4 rules cited
3270.113(b) No physical punishment
“During the complaint investigation, certification representative viewed the facility cameras and seen staff #1 grabbed the child and forced moved the child from the cozy corner "blue carpet area" and forced the child into a chair. As the staff back was turned to the camera, I can see her hand go up then down in a striking motion to strike the child.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 5, 2025
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“During the complaint investigation, certification representative reviewed 11 staff files and the file for staff #3 did not include the 1-hr health and safety training update that was due by December 30,2022 per Announcement C-22-06 that was issued on October 4,2022. Since the 1hr update isn't available staff will need to obtain the 2-part 6-hr Health and Safety training.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 19, 2025
3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test
“During the complaint investigation, certification representative reviewed 11 staff files and the file for staff #1 (9/22/22) and staff #2 (1/18/23) did not include an updated health assessment.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 19, 2025
3270.113(b) No physical punishment
“During the complaint investigation, certification representative viewed the facility cameras and seen staff #1 grabbed the child and forced moved the child from the cozy corner "blue carpet area" and forced the child into a chair. As the staff back was turned to the camera, I can see her hand go up then down in a striking motion to strike the child.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 5, 2025
Sep 3, 2025Complaint investigation4 rules cited
3270.113(b) No physical punishment
“During the complaint investigation, certification representative viewed the facility cameras and seen staff #1 grabbed the child and forced moved the child from the cozy corner "blue carpet area" and forced the child into a chair. As the staff back was turned to the camera, I can see her hand go up then down in a striking motion to strike the child.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 5, 2025
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“During the complaint investigation, certification representative reviewed 11 staff files and the file for staff #3 did not include the 1-hr health and safety training update that was due by December 30,2022 per Announcement C-22-06 that was issued on October 4,2022. Since the 1hr update isn't available staff will need to obtain the 2-part 6-hr Health and Safety training.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 19, 2025
3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test
“During the complaint investigation, certification representative reviewed 11 staff files and the file for staff #1 (9/22/22) and staff #2 (1/18/23) did not include an updated health assessment.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 19, 2025
3270.113(b) No physical punishment
“During the complaint investigation, certification representative viewed the facility cameras and seen staff #1 grabbed the child and forced moved the child from the cozy corner "blue carpet area" and forced the child into a chair. As the staff back was turned to the camera, I can see her hand go up then down in a striking motion to strike the child.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 5, 2025
Sep 3, 2025Inspection4 rules cited
3270.113(b) No physical punishment
“During the complaint investigation, certification representative viewed the facility cameras and seen staff #1 grabbed the child and forced moved the child from the cozy corner "blue carpet area" and forced the child into a chair. As the staff back was turned to the camera, I can see her hand go up then down in a striking motion to strike the child.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 5, 2025
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“During the complaint investigation, certification representative reviewed 11 staff files and the file for staff #3 did not include the 1-hr health and safety training update that was due by December 30,2022 per Announcement C-22-06 that was issued on October 4,2022. Since the 1hr update isn't available staff will need to obtain the 2-part 6-hr Health and Safety training.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 19, 2025
3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test
“During the complaint investigation, certification representative reviewed 11 staff files and the file for staff #1 (9/22/22) and staff #2 (1/18/23) did not include an updated health assessment.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 19, 2025
3270.113(b) No physical punishment
“During the complaint investigation, certification representative viewed the facility cameras and seen staff #1 grabbed the child and forced moved the child from the cozy corner "blue carpet area" and forced the child into a chair. As the staff back was turned to the camera, I can see her hand go up then down in a striking motion to strike the child.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 5, 2025
- Aug 12, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Nov 15, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
3270.192(2)(iv) Transcript, diploma and letters
“During an inspection on 11/15/24 the file for staff person #1 did not include verification of education.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 31, 2025
3270.31(f)/3270.31(f)(10) Health and Safety Training/Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR
“Staff person #1has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date: pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 8, 2024
Oct 28, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 3 staff files and the files for staff #1 is missing the NSOR clearance.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 18, 2024
Apr 12, 2024Visit1 rule cited
3270.113(a) Supervised at all times
“Child was left alone briefly in a classroom during transition.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 19, 2024
Apr 2, 2024Complaint investigation1 rule cited
3270.113(a)(1)/3270.113(a)(2) Staff assigned to specific children/Supervision on and facility premises
“DURING THE SELF REPORTED NONCOMPLIANCE INVESTIGATION, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE SPOKE WITH THE STAFF INVOLVED AND THE DIRECTOR, WHO ALL ADMIT THAT STAFF #1 LEFT THE CHILDREN UNATTENDED IN ROOM #3.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 19, 2024
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Sep 28, 2023Inspection7 rules cited
3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL
“During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 8 staff files and the file for staff #2 is missing NY clearances.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 30, 2023
3270.192(2)(ii)/3270.192(2)(iv) Exp, educ., training prior to facility/Transcript, diploma and letters
“During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 8 staff files and the file for staff #1 did not include a verification of education and staff #2 and staff #3 did not have employment verification in their files.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 30, 2023
3270.27(a)(5) Emergency plan
“During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed the facility files, and the emergency plan did not include accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with special needs and children with chronic medical conditions.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 30, 2023
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed facility files and the policy for Shaken Baby Syndrome and Child Maltreatment did not address how to deal with a distraught and fussy child per Announcement C-22-03 that was issued on January 24,2022.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 30, 2023
3270.27(a)(3)/3270.27(a)(4) Contact when arises/Contact when ended
“During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed the facility files, and the emergency plan did not include a method for facility persons to inform parents that the emergency has ended and to provide instruction as to how parents can safely be reunited with their children when an emergency has ended.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 30, 2023
3270.27(b) Plan reviewed/updated annually
“During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed the facility files, and the emergency plan was not updated to include continuity of operations or specific staff duties per announcement c-22-04, issued 4/19/22.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 30, 2023
3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(1) Immunization record/Exemption documentation from parent/guardian
“During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 10 children's files and there were no immunizations for the flu in the files of child #1 and child #2.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 30, 2023
Jun 16, 2023Visit1 rule cited
3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1) Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children
“Staff #1 left child #1 who's years old in the bathroom unattended for a short period of time without any supervision. The child was found alone by staff #2 and returned back to the classroom.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 16, 2023
Sep 12, 2022Inspection12 rules cited
3270.51 Similar Age Level
“DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION CONDUCTED ON 9/12/22, THERE WERE 36 PRESCHOOLERS WITH THREE STAFF AFTER STAFF 9 WENT OUTSIDE LEAVING THE THREE ALONE.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 12, 2022
3270.82(i) Lidded waste receptacles
“DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON 9/12/22, THERE WAS NO LIDDED CAN IN THE AWESOME ARMADILLOS CHILD CARE SPACES.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 13, 2022
3270.106(a) Clean, age appropriate
“DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON 9/12/22, THE REST EQUIPMENT WAS NOT LABELED IN THE GENTLE GIRAFFE CHILD CARE SPACE. IN THE ROCKING ROBOTS TWO MATS WERE LABELED WITH THE NUMBER 12.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 12, 2022
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“The file for facility person # 4 does not contain a completed New Jersey state police clearance. The requirements to have a completed out of state clearance within 45 days has not been met.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 28, 2022
3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible
“DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON 9/12/22, THERE WAS DISINFECT ON THE COUNTER ACCESSIBLE TO CHILDREN CAUSING A POTENTIAL HAZARD.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 30, 2022
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON 9/12/22, THERE WERE SPOTTED CEILING TILES IN THE GENTLE GIRAFFE CLASSROOM.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 30, 2022
3270.124(c) Each child care space
“DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON 9/12/22, WHEN ASKED FOR A SPECIFIC CHILD EMERGENCY CONTACT FORM, THE STAFF WAS UNABLE TO LOCATE IT.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 12, 2022
3270.111(a) Written plan
“DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON 9/12/22, THE ACTIVITY SCHEDULE IN THE ROCKING ROBOTS CHILD CARE SPACE SCHEDULE DID NOT REFLECT WHAT HAPPENS FROM 6:30 TO 8:45 A.M.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 12, 2022
3270.133(7)(vi) Time of administration
“DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON 9/12/22, THERE WAS MEDICATION WITHOUT A LOG IN THE SILLY SLOTH ROOM.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 12, 2022
3270.111(b) Posted in group space
“DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON 9/12/22, THERE WAS NO WRITTEN PLAN POSTED IN THE RAINBOW CLASS.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 12, 2022
3270.113(a)(1) Staff assigned to specific children
“DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON 9/12/22, STAFF 1 DID NOT KNOW WHO WAS IN HER PRIMARY CARE GROUP. STAFF 1 NAMED A CHILD FROM ANOTHER GROUP AS BEING IN HER GROUP.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 12, 2022
3270.65 Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less
“DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON 9/12/12 THERE WAS AN OUTLET WITHOUT AN PROTECTIVE RECEPTACLE IN THE GENTLE GIRAFFE CHILD CARE SPACE.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 12, 2022
Apr 6, 2022Inspection4 rules cited
3270.113(a) Supervised at all times
“DURING THE UNANNOUNCED MONITORING ON 4/6/22, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE OBSERVED A STAFF MEMBER WITH HER BACK TURNED TOWARDS THE CHILDREN ON NUMEROUS OCCASIONS AND MINUTES WHILE THE CHILDREN WERE SITTING EATING BREAKFAST. CONTINUE NON COMPLIANCE WITH SIN 199869, DATED 2/1/22”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 6, 2022
3270.113(a) Supervised at all times
“DURING THE UNANNOUNCED MONITORING ON 4/6/22, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE OBSERVE A STAFF MEMBER WITH HER BACK TURNED TOWARDS THE CHILDREN ON NUMEROUS OCCASIONS AND MINUTES WHILE THE CHILDREN WERE SITTING EATING BREAKFAST. CONTINUE NON COMPLIANCE WITH SIN 199869, DATED 2/1/22.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 6, 2022
3270.135(b) Surfaces cleaned
“DURING THE UNANNOUNCED INSPECTION ON 4/6/22, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE REVIEWED VIDEO FOOTAGE OF STAFF NOT CLEANING CHANGING SURFACE AFTER EACH USE BY WIPING THE SURFACE WITH A SANITIZING SOLUTION. CONTINUE NON COMPLIANCE WITH SIN 199869 DATED 2/1/22”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 18, 2022
3270.82(h)/3270.134(a) Handwashing signs/Child's hands washed
“DURING THE UNANNOUNCED INSPECTIONON 4/6/22, THE CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE OBSERVED A STAFF NOT WASH HER HANDS OR THE CHILD'S HANDS AFTER CHANGING A DIAPER. CONTINUE NON COMPLIANCE FROM SIN 199869 DATED 2/1/22.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 18, 2022
Feb 1, 2022Complaint investigation4 rules cited
3270.135(b) Surfaces cleaned
“DURING THE UNANNOUNCED INSPECTION ON 2/1/22, OBSERVED STAFF CHANGE A CHILDS DIAPER AND NOT WIPE SURFACE OFF AFTERWARDS.”
3270.113(a) Supervised at all times
“DURING THE UNANNOUNCED INSPECTION ON 2/1/22, OBSERVED A CHILD IN THE INFANT ROOM NOT BEING SUPERVISED WHILE SITTING AT THE DOOR AND STAFF ENGAGING IN CONVERSATION WITH ONE ANOTHER”
3270.82(h)/3270.134(a) Handwashing signs/Child's hands washed
“DURING THE UNNANOUNCED INSPECTION ON 2/1/22, STAFF DID NOT WASH CHILD'S HANDS AFTER A DIAPER CHANGE.”
3270.113(b) No physical punishment
“DURING THE COMPLAINT INVESTIGATION ON 2/1/22, VIDEO SURVIELLANCE WAS REVIEWED. CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE OBSERVED A STAFF PULL A CHILD BY ONE ARM IN THE INFANT ROOM.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 25, 2022
Feb 1, 2022Inspection4 rules cited
3270.135(b) Surfaces cleaned
“DURING THE UNANNOUNCED INSPECTION ON 2/1/22, OBSERVED STAFF CHANGE A CHILDS DIAPER AND NOT WIPE SURFACE OFF AFTERWARDS.”
3270.113(a) Supervised at all times
“DURING THE UNANNOUNCED INSPECTION ON 2/1/22, OBSERVED A CHILD IN THE INFANT ROOM NOT BEING SUPERVISED WHILE SITTING AT THE DOOR AND STAFF ENGAGING IN CONVERSATION WITH ONE ANOTHER”
3270.82(h)/3270.134(a) Handwashing signs/Child's hands washed
“DURING THE UNNANOUNCED INSPECTION ON 2/1/22, STAFF DID NOT WASH CHILD'S HANDS AFTER A DIAPER CHANGE.”
3270.113(b) No physical punishment
“DURING THE COMPLAINT INVESTIGATION ON 2/1/22, VIDEO SURVIELLANCE WAS REVIEWED. CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE OBSERVED A STAFF PULL A CHILD BY ONE ARM IN THE INFANT ROOM.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 25, 2022
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FAQ
Questions about GPY Phoenixville Early Learning Center
Is GPY Phoenixville Early Learning Center licensed?
Yes. GPY Phoenixville Early Learning Center is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
When was GPY Phoenixville Early Learning Center last inspected?
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on August 17, 2026, with 1 rule cited. It lists 10 visits in the last 3 years.
Has GPY Phoenixville Early Learning Center had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 12 rules across 9 of 10 visits in the last 3 years; 12 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 GPY Phoenixville Early Learning Center care for?
151, the licensed capacity on the state record.
Does GPY Phoenixville Early Learning Center accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are GPY Phoenixville Early Learning Center's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does GPY Phoenixville Early Learning Center cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (610) 933-8860 to ask.
What is GPY Phoenixville Early Learning Center's phone number?
(610) 933-8860.
Where is GPY Phoenixville Early Learning Center?
400 E Pothouse Rd, Phoenixville, PA 19460. The nearest other daycare we list is GPY Phoenixville BASE, under 0.1 miles away.