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The Malvern School
- licensed capacity
- 139
- open each week
- 5 days
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About
About The Malvern School
The Malvern School is a child care center in Downingtown, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 139 children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. It describes a Play-based approach, with infant care, pre-k, preschool and toddler care.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 3 visits in the last 3 years and cited 6 rules across 2 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsPreschool / pre-KNAEYC accredited
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
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- Hours today
- 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 139 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
| Programs | Infant care, pre-k, preschool and toddler care |
|---|---|
| Approach | Play-based |
| Staff | Teachers college-educated in early childhood or elementary education |
| Daily life | Potty training: Toddler program supports potty training |
| Safety | Outdoor playground |
| Discounts | Standard 10% U.S. military discount for active duty families |
| Languages | ASL (American Sign Language) |
| Accreditation | NAEYC accredited |
| Licensed capacity | 139 childrenFrom the state license |
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
- 139 children
- License number
- #CER-00245875
Summary
3 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Sep 12, 2025: 3 rules cited
Rules cited on 2 of 3 visits · 6 rules in all · 6 corrected
- Records and paperwork 2
- Building, equipment and play areas 2
- Health, medication and illness 1
- Safety and hazards 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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Sep 12, 2025Inspection3 rules cited
3270.181(e) Emergency master file updated
“During the renewal inspection on 9/12/25, child #1 had emergency contact information in the childcare space that had not been updated to reflect the information in the master file.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 12, 2025
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“During the renewal inspection on 9/12/25, the vinyl picket fence surrounding the outside play areas were missing vinyl picket fence caps that posed as a hazard to the children.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 19, 2025
3270.75(c) Has all items
“During the renewal inspection on 9/12/25, the first -aid kit in the Young Toddler Room did not have tape.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 12, 2025
- Dec 13, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Aug 13, 2024Inspection3 rules cited
3270.124(f) Updated every 6 months
“During the renewal inspection on 8/13/24, child #1 had emergency contact information that was last updated on 10/9/23. Emergency contact information must be updated every 6-months.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 13, 2024
3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible
“During the renewal inspection on 8/13/24, there was a hand sanitizer refill container on the floor in the Pre-K 1 room that was accessible to the children.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 13, 2024
3270.63 Unsafe Areas in Outdoor Space
“During the renewal inspection on 8/13/24, there was a water hose hanging on the fence in the outside play area that was accessible to the children.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 13, 2024
Sep 19, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“During the renewal inspection on 9/19/23: 1. There was an exposed wire hanging from the wall in the outside play area. 2. There were damaged cushions on the chairs in the Discovery Room. 3. The mattresses on the changing stations in the Young Toddler Room and the Older Toddler Room.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 27, 2023
- Oct 13, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
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FAQ
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 September 12, 2025, with 3 rules cited. It lists 3 visits in the last 3 years.
Has The Malvern School had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 6 rules across 2 of 3 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?
139, the licensed capacity on the state record.
Does The Malvern School accept child care subsidies?
The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.
What are The Malvern School's hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does The Malvern School cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (610) 873-0700 to ask.
What is The Malvern School's phone number?
(610) 873-0700.
Where is The Malvern School?
1001 Cornerstone Blvd, Downingtown, PA 19335. The nearest other daycare we list is Ducklings Early Learning Center, 0.3 miles away.