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The Malvern School of Newtown Square

4731 West Chester Pike, Newtown Square, PA 190734.4· 10 reviews
licensed capacity
134
open each week
5 days

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About The Malvern School of Newtown Square

The Malvern School of Newtown Square is a child care center in Newtown Square, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 134 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 5 visits in the last 3 years and cited 3 rules across 3 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

InfantsPreschool / pre-KAccepts child care subsidyNAEYC accredited
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Type
Child care center
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Hours today
7:00 AM to 5:30 PM
Licensed capacity
134 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
Hours it lists: “Open 7:00 am - 5:30 pm”

Programs

Programs and care

ProgramsInfant care, pre-k, preschool and toddler care
ApproachPlay-based
StaffTeachers college-educated in early childhood or elementary education
Daily lifePotty training: Toddler program supports potty training
Child care subsidyAccepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license
DiscountsStandard 10% U.S. military discount for active duty families
AccreditationNAEYC accredited
Licensed capacity134 childrenFrom the state license
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Tuition and costs

The Malvern School of Newtown Square has not listed its tuition.

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State record

Inspection reports for The Malvern School of Newtown Square

License

Status
Certified by the state and operating
License type
Certificate of Compliance
Capacity
134 children
License number
#CER-00257654
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Summary

5 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit May 20, 2026: 1 rule cited

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

  • Discipline and child guidance 2
  • Building, equipment and play areas 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 20, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster

      “During renewal inspection, cert rep observed peeling paint in the Get Set 2 room, and chipped paint in the PreK 2 room.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jun 13, 2026

  2. Apr 22, 2026Complaint investigation1 rule cited
    • Discipline and child guidance

      3270.113(b) No physical punishment

      “During complaint investigation, cert rep discovered a staff member had roughly handled a child while picking the child up and putting the child down on the playground.”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 23, 2026

  3. May 5, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  4. Jun 25, 2024Complaint investigation1 rule cited
    • Discipline and child guidance

      3270.113(c) No ridicule or threaten harm

      “During complaint investigation, cert rep discovered a staff member ridiculed a child by calling him a name after the child spit on the staff member.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jun 26, 2024

  5. Jun 11, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  6. Jun 15, 2023Inspection2 rules cited
    • Background checks

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

      “During the renewal inspection on 06.15.23, the disclosure statement form reviewed for Staff Person #2 did not include a date.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jun 15, 2023

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.34(a)(6) Staff evaluations

      “During the renewal inspection on 06.15.23, the record reviewed for Staff Person #1 did not contain an annual written evaluation.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jun 15, 2023

  7. May 10, 2022Inspection2 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training

      “DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON MAY 10, 2022, Staff person #-3 HAS NOT COMPLETED THE REQUIRED CPR/FIRST AID PRE-SERVICE TRAINING WITHIN 90 DAYS OF THEIR HIRE DATE (SEE HIRE DATE CODE).”

      Correction date in the state record: May 11, 2022

    • Background checks

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

      “DURING THE RENWAL INSPECTION ON MAY 10, 2022, THE RECORD REVIEWED FOR STAFF PERSON #1 DID NOT INCLUDE DHS FBI CLEARANCES (SEE CODES). THE RECORD REVIEWED FOR STAFF PERSON #2 DID NOT INCLUDE NSOR CLEARANCE (SEE CODES)”

      Correction date in the state record: Jun 13, 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 of Newtown Square

Is The Malvern School of Newtown Square licensed?

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

When was The Malvern School of Newtown Square last inspected?

Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on May 20, 2026, with 1 rule cited. It lists 5 visits in the last 3 years.

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

Yes. Inspectors cited 3 rules across 3 of 5 visits in the last 3 years; 3 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 Newtown Square care for?

134, the licensed capacity on the state record.

Does The Malvern School of Newtown Square accept child care subsidies?

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

What are The Malvern School of Newtown Square's hours?

Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM. Holiday hours can differ.

How much does The Malvern School of Newtown Square cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (610) 325-4400 to ask.

What is The Malvern School of Newtown Square's phone number?

(610) 325-4400.

Where is The Malvern School of Newtown Square?

4731 West Chester Pike, Newtown Square, PA 19073. The nearest other daycare we list is Garretts Way A Day Care and Learning Ce, 1.2 miles away.

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