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Kennett YMCA at Pocopson Elementary
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About Kennett YMCA at Pocopson Elementary
Kennett YMCA at Pocopson Elementary is a child care center in West Chester, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. It describes a Montessori approach.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 3 visits in the last 3 years and cited 17 rules across 2 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
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Ages served: school-age children
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- School-age children
- Hours today
- 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
- Capacity
- Not listed
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | School-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Approach | Montessori |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Kennett YMCA at Pocopson Elementary has not listed its tuition.
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State record
Inspection reports for Kennett YMCA at Pocopson Elementary
License
- Status
- Certified by the state and operating
- License type
- Certificate of Compliance
- Ages
- School-age children
- License number
- #CER-00256840
Summary
3 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit May 13, 2026: 14 rules cited
Rules cited on 2 of 3 visits · 17 rules in all · 17 corrected
- Staff training and qualifications 7
- Records and paperwork 3
- Safety and hazards 3
- Health, medication and illness 2
- Background checks 1
- Supervision and ratios 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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May 13, 2026Inspection14 rules cited
3270.27(c) Training regarding plan
“At the time of the inspection the record of staff person #1 did not contain the documentation of the training in the emergency plan.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 5, 2026
3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training
“At the time of the inspection the record of staff person #3 (start date 8/26/25) did not have certification of the completion the required Health and safety training”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 4, 2026
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“At the time of the inspection the following CPSL violations were observed: Staff Person #3 was lacking the Mandated reporter training, Staff person #4 did not have a complete PA State Police clearance.”
Correction date in the state record: May 20, 2026
3270.33(a)/3270.192(2)(ii) Each staff person meets quals/Exp, educ., training prior to facility
“At the time of the inspection the following staff persons did not have verification of previous child care experience, which would serve as qualifications for the position they have been identified to be performing at the facility: Staff person #1, Staff person #2, Staff person #3”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 4, 2026
3270.33(a)/3270.192(2)(iv) Each staff person meets quals/Transcript, diploma and letters
“At the time of the inspection the record of staff person #1 was lacking a transcript, which would serve as qualification for the position they serve, in their staff record”
Correction date in the state record: May 20, 2026
3270.51/3270.52 Similar Age Level/Mixed Age Level
“At the onset of the inspection the facility had 2 staff providing care for 30 children, while the 3rd staff person was taking a few other children to the bathroom.”
Correction date in the state record: May 20, 2026
3270.124(c) Each child care space
“At the time of the inspection the children were brough out to the playground and there were no emergency contact forms brought out to that space with them.”
Correction date in the state record: May 26, 2026
3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test
“At the time of the inspection the record of staff person #1 did not contain a current valid health assessment.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 4, 2026
3270.181(c) Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos
“At the time of the inspection the following children files had both emergency contact information and the financial agreement which had not been signed as having been reviewed and updated at least once in a 6-month period: Child #1, Child #2, Child #3, Child #4 and Child #5”
Correction date in the state record: May 20, 2026
3270.191 Individual Records
“At the time of the inspection a staff data worksheet for staff person # 5 had been presented for inspection and the record was not present at the facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 4, 2026
3270.31(f)(10) Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR
“At the time of the inspection the record of staff person #3 (start date 8/26/25) did not have certification of the completion the required pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 4, 2026
3270.94(a)(1)/3270.95(b) Every 60 days/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“At the time of the inspection the last fire drill was in February 2026, and there was no proof of the annual inspection of the fire detection system, by a fire safety professional.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 4, 2026
3270.131(a)/3270.182(1) Health information/Initial and subsequent health reports
“At the time of the inspection the following children's files did not contain current valid health assessments. Child #1, Child #3, and child #5.”
Correction date in the state record: May 26, 2026
3270.27(b) Plan reviewed/updated annually
“At the time of the inspection The facility's emergency plan did not have written proof of the annual review.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 1, 2026
- May 2, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Jun 6, 2024Inspection3 rules cited
3270.31(e) Age and Training
“During the renewal inspection the certification representative reviewed the staff files, staff # 2 was missing 10 hours of professional development trainings in the file.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 6, 2024
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the emergency plan and did not see the plans for continuity of care.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 6, 2024
3270.27(a)(1) Emergency plan
“During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the emergency plan and did not see lockdown being address the plan only addressed shelter in place.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 6, 2024
Jun 7, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
3270.124(c) Each child care space
“During the renewal inspection conducted on 6/7/23, child #1 and #2 did not have emergency contact information present in the child care space where they were receiving care in the space.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 3, 2023
Jul 6, 2022Inspection5 rules cited
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“STAFF PERSON #1 AND STAFF PERSON #2 HAVE NOT COMPLETED MANDATED REPORTER TRAINING WITH IN THE LAST 60 MONTHS. THIS IS EVIDENCED BY PREVIOUSLY DOCUMENTED MANDATED REPORTER TRAINING ON FILE BEING DATED 12/5/16 FOR STAFF PERSON #1 AND 6/6/17 FOR STAFF PERSON #2.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 11, 2022
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION CONDUCTED ON 7/6/22, PROVIDER DID NOT HAVE A POLICY AND PROCEDURE TO IDENTIFY THE PREVENTION OF SHAKEN BABY SYNDROME, ABUSIVE HEAD TRAUMA, AND CHILD MALTREATMENT.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 29, 2022
3270.27(a)(3) Contact when arises
“DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION CONDUCTED ON 7/6/22, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE DID NOT OBSERVE AN EMERGENCY PLAN THAT INCLUDED A METHOD FOR CONTACTING PARENTS AS SOON AS REASONABLY POSSIBLE WHEN AN EMERGENCY SITUATION ARISES.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 10, 2022
3270.27(a)(4) Contact when ended
“DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION CONDUCTED ON 7/6/22, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE DID NOT OBSERVE AN EMERGENCY PLAN THAT INCLUDED A METHOD FOR FACILITY PERSONS TO INFORM PARENTS THAT THE EMERGENCY PLAN HAS ENDED AND INSTRUCTIONS AS TO HOW PARENTS CAN SAFELY BE REUNITED WITH THEIR CHILDREN.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 10, 2022
3270.31(e) Age and Training
“DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION CONDUCTED ON 7/6/22, CERTIFICATION REPRESENATIVE DID NOT OBSERVE AN ANNUAL MINIMUM OF 12 CLOCK HOURS OF CHILD CARE TRAINING FOR STAFF PERSONS #1, #2, #4, AND #5. EACH STAFF PERSON HAD A TOTAL OF 6 CLOCK HOURS OF CHILD CARE TRAINING.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 10, 2022
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FAQ
Questions about Kennett YMCA at Pocopson Elementary
Is Kennett YMCA at Pocopson Elementary licensed?
Yes. Kennett YMCA at Pocopson Elementary is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
When was Kennett YMCA at Pocopson Elementary last inspected?
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on May 13, 2026, with 14 rules cited. It lists 3 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Kennett YMCA at Pocopson Elementary had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 17 rules across 2 of 3 visits in the last 3 years; 17 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.
Does Kennett YMCA at Pocopson Elementary accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Kennett YMCA at Pocopson Elementary's hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Kennett YMCA at Pocopson Elementary cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (610) 444-9622 to ask.
What is Kennett YMCA at Pocopson Elementary's phone number?
(610) 444-9622.
Where is Kennett YMCA at Pocopson Elementary?
1105 Pocopson Rd, West Chester, PA 19382. The nearest other daycare we list is Ducklings, 0.7 miles away.