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The Malvern School

383 Lancaster Ave, Malvern, PA 193555.0· 16 reviews
licensed capacity
129
open each week
5 days

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About The Malvern School

The Malvern School is a child care center in Malvern, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 129 children, serving school-age 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 toddler care.

Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 5 visits in the last 3 years and cited 6 rules across 3 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

InfantsPreschool / pre-KSchool-ageSTEM / STEAMAccepts child care subsidyNAEYC accredited

Ages served: school-age children

From the state license
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Type
Child care center
Ages
School-age children
Hours today
Closed today
Licensed capacity
129 children

Hours

Hours

Monday7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Tuesday7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Wednesday7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Thursday7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Friday7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayTodayNot listed
From the state licenseHours it lists: “7:00 am - 6:00 pm”

Programs

Programs and care

AgesSchool-age childrenFrom the state license
ProgramsInfant care, pre-k, preschool and toddler care
ApproachPlay-based, STEM / STEAM
StaffCollege-educated in early childhood or elementary education
Daily lifePotty training: Supporting independence (self-feeding, dressing, potty training)
SafetyOutdoor playground
Child care subsidyAccepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license
DiscountsStandard 10% U.S. military discount
AccreditationNAEYC accredited
Licensed capacity129 childrenFrom the state license
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Cost

Tuition and costs

The Malvern School has not listed its tuition.

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State record

Inspection reports for The Malvern School

License

Status
Certified by the state and operating
License type
Certificate of Compliance
Capacity
129 children
Ages
School-age children
License number
#CER-00246762
See the state's record

Summary

5 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Nov 26, 2025: 2 rules cited

Rules cited on 3 of 5 visits · 6 rules in all · 6 corrected

  • Supervision and ratios 2
  • Health, medication and illness 2
  • Staff training and qualifications 1
  • Safe sleep 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. Nov 26, 2025Complaint investigation2 rules cited
    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.113(a) Supervised at all times

      “During the complaint investigation conducted 11/26/25, it was found that child #1 found a marijuana pen within the facility that was accidently dropped by staff person # 1. The child was in possession of the pen for an approximate 20 second period before a staff person was aware.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 21, 2026

    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.21 General Health and Safety

      “During the complaint investigation conducted 11/26/25, it was found that child #1 found a marijuana pen within the facility that was accidently dropped by staff person # 1. The child was in possession of the pen and was able to place the substance in their mouth within an approximate 20 second period before a staff person was aware.”

      Correction date in the state record: Nov 26, 2025

  2. Oct 27, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  3. Nov 5, 2024Complaint investigation1 rule cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.135(e) 2 hour diaper check

      “During the compliant investigation it was found that child #1 was not being changed or checked at least every 2 hours.”

      Correction date in the state record: Nov 11, 2024

  4. Oct 23, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  5. Dec 11, 2023Inspection3 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.192(2)(iv) Transcript, diploma and letters

      “At the time of the inspection the record of staff person #1 did not have an acceptable verification of experience, in the form of verification of educational level.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 12, 2024

    • Safe sleep

      3270.106(a) Clean, age appropriate

      “At the time of the inspection the rest equipment of child #1 was not labeled.”

      Correction date in the state record: Dec 14, 2023

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.131(b)(2)/3270.182(1) Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months/Initial and subsequent health reports

      “At the time of the inspection the record of child #2 was lacking a current health assessment.”

      Correction date in the state record: Dec 15, 2023

  6. Jan 10, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
  7. Oct 3, 2022Visit1 rule cited
    • Discipline and child guidance

      3270.113(b) No physical punishment

      “Staff person #1 placed child on seat cushion in library area and then threw a bag of clothes at child”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 12, 2022

  8. May 12, 2022Inspection1 rule cited
    • Background checks

      3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

      “During the renewal inspection the file of Staff 1 did not include out of state clearances required by the Child Protective Services Law.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 12, 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 The Malvern School

Is The Malvern School licensed?

Yes. The Malvern School is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.

When was The Malvern School last inspected?

Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on November 26, 2025, with 2 rules cited. It lists 5 visits in the last 3 years.

Has The Malvern School had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 6 rules across 3 of 5 visits in the last 3 years; 6 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 The Malvern School care for?

129, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve school-age children.

Does The Malvern School accept child care subsidies?

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

What are The Malvern School'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 The Malvern School cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (610) 296-9200 to ask.

What is The Malvern School's phone number?

(610) 296-9200.

Where is The Malvern School?

383 Lancaster Ave, Malvern, PA 19355. The nearest other daycare we list is Warwick Child Care Center, 0.1 miles away.

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