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The Malvern School of Lionville

101 Ruark Dr, Exton, PA 193414.3· 18 reviews
licensed capacity
145
open each week
5 days
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About The Malvern School of Lionville

The Malvern School of Lionville is a child care center in Exton, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 145 children, serving school-age children.

It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:30 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 7 visits in the last 3 years and cited 5 rules across 3 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

InfantsPreschool / pre-KSchool-ageAccepts child care subsidyNAEYC accredited

Ages served: school-age children

From the state license. Ages it lists: 6 weeks through 8 years old
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Type
Child care center
Ages
School-age children
Hours today
7:00 AM to 5:30 PM
Licensed capacity
145 children

Hours

Hours

MondayToday7:00 AM to 5:30 PM
Tuesday7:00 AM to 5:30 PM
Wednesday7:00 AM to 5:30 PM
Thursday7:00 AM to 5:30 PM
Friday7:00 AM to 5:30 PM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayNot listed
From the state licenseHours it lists: “Open 7:00 am - 6:00 pm”

Programs

Programs and care

AgesSchool-age childrenFrom the state license. It lists: 6 weeks through 8 years old
ProgramsInfant care, pre-k, preschool and toddler care
ApproachPlay-based
CurriculumBeeCurious Curriculum
StaffCollege-educated in early childhood or elementary education, experienced
Daily lifePotty training: Supporting independence (self-feeding, dressing, potty training)
SafetyOutdoor playground
Child care subsidyAccepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license
Discounts10% U.S. military discount
AccreditationNAEYC accredited
MoreFounded 2001
Licensed capacity145 childrenFrom the state license
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Cost

Tuition and costs

The Malvern School of Lionville has not listed its tuition.

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State record

Inspection reports for The Malvern School of Lionville

License

Status
Certified by the state and operating
License type
Certificate of Compliance
Capacity
145 children
Ages
School-age children
License number
#CER-00258563
See the state's record

Summary

7 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit May 19, 2026: no rules cited

Rules cited on 4 of 7 visits · 5 rules in all · 5 corrected

  • Staff training and qualifications 2
  • Discipline and child guidance 2
  • 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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  1. May 19, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  2. Mar 10, 2026Complaint investigation4 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.31(g)/3270.31(h) Professional development certificate/Health and Safety Training

      “During the allocated unannounced monitoring, the files for staff #3 did not contain the required health and safety trainings.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 27, 2026

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.31(e)(4)(i)/3270.31(f)(10) Age and Training/Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR

      “During the allocated unannounced monitoring, the files for staff #2 did not contain a PQAS certified pediatric cpr/first aid certification from an approved provider /approved course.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 27, 2026

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.151(c)(1)/3270.192(3) Physical examination/Health assessment, TB test

      “During the allocated unannounced monitoring the file for staff #1 and staff #2 did not contain a health assessment/ physical examination.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 27, 2026

    • Discipline and child guidance

      3270.113(c) No ridicule or threaten harm

      “DURING THE FOLLOW UP OF THE SELF REPORTED NON COMPLIANCE, IT WAS CONFIRMED VIA VIDEO THAT STAFF #1 YANKED A CHILD BY THE ARM AND FORCED THE CHILD INTO A CHAIR.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 27, 2026

  3. Mar 10, 2026Inspection4 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.31(g)/3270.31(h) Professional development certificate/Health and Safety Training

      “During the allocated unannounced monitoring, the files for staff #3 did not contain the required health and safety trainings.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 27, 2026

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.31(e)(4)(i)/3270.31(f)(10) Age and Training/Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR

      “During the allocated unannounced monitoring, the files for staff #2 did not contain a PQAS certified pediatric cpr/first aid certification from an approved provider /approved course.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 27, 2026

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.151(c)(1)/3270.192(3) Physical examination/Health assessment, TB test

      “During the allocated unannounced monitoring the file for staff #1 and staff #2 did not contain a health assessment/ physical examination.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 27, 2026

    • Discipline and child guidance

      3270.113(c) No ridicule or threaten harm

      “DURING THE FOLLOW UP OF THE SELF REPORTED NON COMPLIANCE, IT WAS CONFIRMED VIA VIDEO THAT STAFF #1 YANKED A CHILD BY THE ARM AND FORCED THE CHILD INTO A CHAIR.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 27, 2026

  4. Dec 15, 2025Complaint investigation1 rule cited
    • Discipline and child guidance

      3270.113(c)/3270.113(e) No ridicule or threaten harm/Restraints prohibited

      “DURING THE SELF REPORT FOLLOW UP, IT WAS CONFIRMED VIA DIRECTOR AND VIDEO THAT STAFF#1, STAFF #2 AND STAFF #3 WERE INVOLVED IN PLACING A CHILD IN THE BATHROOM AS PUNISHMENT.”

      Correction date in the state record: Dec 22, 2025

  5. Dec 15, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
    • Discipline and child guidance

      3270.113(c)/3270.113(e) No ridicule or threaten harm/Restraints prohibited

      “DURING THE SELF REPORT FOLLOW UP, IT WAS CONFIRMED VIA DIRECTOR AND VIDEO THAT STAFF#1, STAFF #2 AND STAFF #3 WERE INVOLVED IN PLACING A CHILD IN THE BATHROOM AS PUNISHMENT.”

      Correction date in the state record: Dec 22, 2025

  6. Jul 10, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  7. Aug 2, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  8. Jul 20, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.76 Building Surfaces

      “During the renewal inspection on 7/20/23, there was excess planter material in the infant play area.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jul 25, 2023

  9. Sep 28, 2022Inspection1 rule cited
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.76 Building Surfaces

      “DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON 9/28/22, THE CHANGING STATION IN THE FIRST STEP ROOM HAD EXCESS PAPER AND MATERIALS UNDER THE CHANGING STATION MATTRESS AND THERE WERE EXCESS WHITE STAINS FROM DIAPER OINTMENT ON THE MATTRESS.”

      Correction date in the state record: Oct 27, 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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FAQ

Questions about The Malvern School of Lionville

Is The Malvern School of Lionville licensed?

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

When was The Malvern School of Lionville last inspected?

Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on May 19, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 7 visits in the last 3 years.

Has The Malvern School of Lionville had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 5 rules across 4 of 7 visits in the last 3 years; 5 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 of Lionville care for?

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

Does The Malvern School of Lionville accept child care subsidies?

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

What are The Malvern School of Lionville's hours?

Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.

How much does The Malvern School of Lionville cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (610) 524-7600 to ask.

What is The Malvern School of Lionville's phone number?

(610) 524-7600.

Where is The Malvern School of Lionville?

101 Ruark Dr, Exton, PA 19341. The nearest other daycare we list is Kindercare Learning Center 000228, 0.3 miles away.

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