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Malvern School of Westtown
- licensed capacity
- 189
- open each week
- 5 days
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About
About Malvern School of Westtown
Malvern School of Westtown is a child care center in West Chester, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 189 children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. It describes a Play-based and STEM / STEAM approach, with infant care, pre-k, preschool and summer camp.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 8 visits in the last 3 years and cited 21 rules across 8 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsPreschool / pre-KSummer campSTEM / STEAMAccepts child care subsidy
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- 6 weeks to 8 years old
- Hours today
- 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 189 children
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 | 6 weeks to 8 years old |
|---|---|
| Programs | Infant care, pre-k, preschool, summer camp and toddler care |
| Approach | Play-based, STEM / STEAM |
| Curriculum | BeeCurious Curriculum |
| Staff | College-educated in early childhood or elementary education |
| Daily life | Potty training: Toddler program supports potty training |
| Safety | Outdoor playground |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Discounts | Standard 10% U.S. military discount |
| Languages | American Sign Language (ASL) |
| Licensed capacity | 189 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Malvern School of Westtown has not listed its tuition.
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State record
Inspection reports for Malvern School of Westtown
License
- Status
- Certified by the state and operating
- License type
- Certificate of Compliance
- Capacity
- 189 children
- License number
- #CER-00256343
Summary
8 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit May 8, 2026: 1 rule cited
Rules cited on 8 of 8 visits · 21 rules in all · 21 corrected
- Health, medication and illness 7
- Staff training and qualifications 3
- Supervision and ratios 2
- Building, equipment and play areas 2
- Discipline and child guidance 2
- Records and paperwork 2
- Safety and hazards 1
- Transportation 1
- Background checks 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 8, 2026Complaint investigation1 rule cited
3270.113(a)(1) Staff assigned to specific children
“As a result of the Complaint Investigation conducted on 05/08/2026, it was determined that Staff Person #1 has been falling asleep while assigned the responsibility of supervising specific children.”
Correction date in the state record: May 21, 2026
Apr 13, 2026Inspection7 rules cited
3270.124(b)(2) Physician name, address, phone
“During the renewal inspection conducted 4/13/26, the emergency contact reviewed for child #1 did not include the telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care.”
Correction date in the state record: May 21, 2026
3270.82(h) Handwashing signs
“During the renewal inspection conducted 4/13/26, there were no handwashing signs over the toilets in the children's bathrooms throughout the facility that read an able child shall wash his hands after toileting and before eating.”
Correction date in the state record: May 21, 2026
3270.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person
“During the renewal inspection conducted 4/13/26, the emergency contact reviewed for child #1 did not include the addresses of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.”
Correction date in the state record: May 21, 2026
3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible
“During the renewal inspection conducted 4/13/26, Aquaphor, Butt Paste and Desitin creams were observed on a low shelf in the preschool 1 bathroom.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 14, 2026
3270.131(d)(7) Free from contagious/communicable disease
“During the renewal inspection conducted 4/13/26, the health assessment reviewed for child #2 and #3 did not include a statement that the child is able to participate in childcare and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease.”
Correction date in the state record: May 21, 2026
3270.182(6) Signed parental consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading
“During the renewal inspection conducted 4/13/26, the emergency contact reviewed for child #1 did not include the signed parental consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading.”
Correction date in the state record: May 21, 2026
3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster
“During the renewal inspection conducted 4/13/26, chip paint was observed on the rim of the door in the infant classroom. Chip paint was also observed on the white wall, below the rear window in the young toddler's classroom. In the preschool 1 bathroom, chip paint was observed near the trash can. In the preschool 2 classroom, chip paint was observed in the building center. In the pre-k 1 classroom chip paint was observed on the wall near the sink area.”
Correction date in the state record: May 21, 2026
Sep 24, 2025Inspection3 rules cited
3270.151(a) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter
“During the allocated unannounced inspection, the certification representative viewed the staff files staff #13 was missing a current physical in the file the last physical is dated 4/19/23.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 24, 2025
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“During the allocated unannounced inspection, the certification representative viewed the staff files, staff #9 was missing a one-hour update in the file.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 24, 2025
3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL
“During the allocated unannounced inspection, the certification representative viewed the staff files staff #4 was missing an FBI clearance in the file. Staff #10 was missing and NSOR clearance in the file. Staff #14 was also missing a child abuse clearance in the file.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 24, 2025
Jun 6, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
3270.31(f)(10) Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR
“During the complaint investigation the certification representative conducted an allocated unannounced inspection and observed staff #1 missing a CPR in the file.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 6, 2025
Mar 6, 2025Inspection3 rules cited
3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster
“During the renewal inspection the certification representative conducted a facility walk through and observed peeling paint in the First Step room.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 6, 2025
3270.75(c) Has all items
“During the renewal inspection the certification representative conducted a facility walk through and observed tweezers missing from the first aid kit.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 6, 2025
3270.113(b) No physical punishment
“During the complaint investigation, the certification observed on camera staff #1 roughly placing a child from the computer table to book nook bench right behind the computer area.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 20, 2025
Mar 6, 2025Complaint investigation3 rules cited
3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster
“During the renewal inspection the certification representative conducted a facility walk through and observed peeling paint in the First Step room.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 6, 2025
3270.75(c) Has all items
“During the renewal inspection the certification representative conducted a facility walk through and observed tweezers missing from the first aid kit.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 6, 2025
3270.113(b) No physical punishment
“During the complaint investigation, the certification observed on camera staff #1 roughly placing a child from the computer table to book nook bench right behind the computer area.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 20, 2025
Apr 1, 2024Inspection5 rules cited
3270.111(b) Posted in group space
“During the renewal inspection the certification representative conducted a facility walk through and observed the older toddler room and a pre k classroom missing the posted daily schedule.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 1, 2024
3270.75(c) Has all items
“During the renewal inspection the certification representative conducted a facility walk through and observed the first aid kit in the pre-k 2 classroom missing tape.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 1, 2024
3270.27(c) Training regarding plan
“During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the staff files staff #1 was missing the emergency plan training certificate in the file.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 2, 2024
3270.182(7) Reports of accidents, injuries and illnesses. Original report - parent same day Copy - facility accident file. Copy - child's file
“During the renewal inspection the certification representative observed a child incident report in the room in a folder however when reviewing the child's file, the incident report was not included in the child's file.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 1, 2024
3270.124(f)/3270.181(c) Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos
“During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the children's file child # 1 emergency contact was not updated every 6 months from the last date that was on the emergency contact form last that last date was 8/21/23 and the new date was 3/6/24.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 1, 2024
Feb 28, 2024Complaint investigation1 rule cited
3270.113(b) No physical punishment
“staff #1 used physical punishment to discipline their child in front of other children in the program due to the child not listening and turning over a chair.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 16, 2024
Jul 11, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
3270.133(5) Original label
“During the renewal inspection conducted on 7/11/23, child #1 had a bottle of Benadryl with an expiration date of 11/2020.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 11, 2023
Apr 28, 2022Inspection2 rules cited
3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible
“ON 4/28/22, DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, CERTIFICATION REP. OBSERVED TOXIC MATERIALS (LYSOL AND VARIOUS COMMERCIAL CLEANING MATERIALS) UNDER THE GET SET HAND WASHING SINK. THE CERTIFICATION REP. OBSERVED THAT THE LOCK WAS BROKEN.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 28, 2022
3270.82(h) Handwashing signs
“ON 4/28/22, DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, THERE WERE NO HANDWASHING SIGNS IN THE FIRST STEP CLASSROOM.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 28, 2022
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Dec 9, 2021Inspection1 rule cited
3270.113(a)(1) Staff assigned to specific children
“During an unannounced monitoring visit on 12/9/21, staff person #1 could not identify any of the children they were supervising in their assigned group in the Get Set room.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 14, 2021
Oct 6, 2021Complaint investigation5 rules cited
3270.113(c)/3270.113(d) No ridicule or threaten harm/No harsh language
“During a complaint investigation on 10/6/21, staff persons 2, 3 and 4 observed a former staff person #5 yelling and cursing at the children under their care. "I told you to stop fucking crying and shut the fuck up" are two examples reported. The staff person #5 also used the words "shit" and "bitch" when communicating with the children. Staff person #5 used high volume communication (yelling) at the children in another incident where she slammed two children on the floor and screamed at them stating, "You can scream at each other because I am done listening to it."”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 3, 2021
3270.113(e) Restraints prohibited
“During a complaint investigation on 10/6/21, it was reported that a former staff person was holding children down on a diaper changing table with such force that the staff person's hand turned red.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 3, 2021
3270.19(a)/3270.19(b) Required to report/Child abuse reporting
“During a complaint investigation on 10/6/21, it was reported by staff members 2 and 4 that they knew of children being mistreated in this center since August, 2021. Staff #2 acknowledged that they did not call ChildLine. Staff Person #5 was witnessed by staff taking a child off of a changing table by the wrists, then pushed her against a window and said, "I am fucking tired of this." In another incident, staff person witnessed Staff Person #5 slam a young child into her chair to eat her lunch.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 15, 2021
3270.113(b) No physical punishment
“During a complaint investigation on 10/6/21, Staff persons #2 and 3 observed Staff Person #5 being physically forceful with children by slamming them down on the ground, lifting them by the wrists and slamming them up against windows and slamming children on to diaper changing stations. Staff person #5 was holding a child by the stomach under their arm and when made a quick turn, banged the child's head on a door.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 15, 2021
3270.113(b) No physical punishment
“During a complaint investigation on 10/6/21, Staff persons #2 and 3 observed Staff Person #5 being physically forceful with children by slamming them down on the ground, lifting them by the wrists and slamming them up against windows and slamming children on to diaper changing stations. Staff person #5 was holding a child by the stomach under their arm and when made a quick turn, banged the child's head on a door.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 3, 2021
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FAQ
Questions about Malvern School of Westtown
Is Malvern School of Westtown licensed?
Yes. Malvern School of Westtown is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
When was Malvern School of Westtown last inspected?
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on May 8, 2026, with 1 rule cited. It lists 8 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Malvern School of Westtown had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 21 rules across 8 of 8 visits in the last 3 years; 21 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 Malvern School of Westtown care for?
189, the licensed capacity on the state record.
Does Malvern School of Westtown accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Malvern School of Westtown'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 Malvern School of Westtown cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (484) 325-6900 to ask.
What is Malvern School of Westtown's phone number?
(484) 325-6900.
Where is Malvern School of Westtown?
5 E Pleasant Grove Rd, West Chester, PA 19382. The nearest other daycare we list is Ducklings ELC Westtown, 0.1 miles away.