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The Malvern School of Valley Forge

800 Mancill Mill Rd, King Of Prussia, PA 194064.9· 27 reviews
licensed capacity
191
open each week
5 days

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About The Malvern School of Valley Forge

The Malvern School of Valley Forge is a child care center in King Of Prussia, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 191 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 8 visits in the last 3 years and cited 40 rules across 8 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
Ages
6 weeks to 8 years old
Hours today
7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Licensed capacity
191 children

Hours

Hours

MondayToday7:00 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
SundayNot listed
Hours it lists: “7:00 am - 6:00 pm”

Programs

Programs and care

Ages6 weeks to 8 years old
ProgramsInfant care, pre-k, preschool and toddler care
ApproachPlay-based
CurriculumBeeCurious Curriculum
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 for active duty families
AccreditationNAEYC accredited
Licensed capacity191 childrenFrom the state license
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Cost

Tuition and costs

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State record

Inspection reports for The Malvern School of Valley Forge

License

Status
Certified by the state and operating
License type
Certificate of Compliance
Capacity
191 children
License number
#CER-00251274
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Summary

8 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Aug 7, 2026: 3 rules cited

Rules cited on 8 of 8 visits · 40 rules in all · 40 corrected

  • Staff training and qualifications 15
  • Health, medication and illness 7
  • Background checks 6
  • Safety and hazards 3
  • Food and nutrition 2
  • Discipline and child guidance 2
  • Records and paperwork 2
  • Building, equipment and play areas 1
  • Transportation 1
  • Supervision and ratios 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. Aug 7, 2026Inspection3 rules cited
    • Background checks

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

      “At the time of the Unannounced Visit conducted on 08/07/2026, Staff Person #1 was observed working alone and Staff Person #1's file did not have a completed DHS FBI Clearance on file. Also, Staff Person #1's file indicated that they have resided out of state within the past 60 months, but the file for Staff Person #1 did not contain the clearances for that state.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 18, 2026

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety

      “At the time of the Unannounced Visit conducted on 08/07/2026, the file for Staff Person #1, hired 04/13/2026, did not contain verification of the completion of the required CCDBG Health and Safety Training.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 7, 2026

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.192(5) Two written references

      “At the time of the Unannounced Visit conducted on 08/07/2026, the file for Staff Person #1 did not contain two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 10, 2026

  2. Dec 15, 2025Complaint investigation2 rules cited
    • Food and nutrition

      3270.162(a) Four or more hours

      “As a result of the Complaint Investigation, conducted on 12/17/2025, it was determined that Child #1 and Child #2 who receive care for 4 or more consecutive hours were not receiving appropriately timed meals while in the care of Staff Person #1. On 11/17/2025, the last documented bottle given to Child #1 was at 12:04pm, and child departed at 5:00pm. According to Child #1's schedule, bottles are to be given every 3 hours, and Child #1 was due for a bottle at 4:00pm. On 12/16/2025, the last documented bottle given to Child #2 was at 1:05pm, and the child departed at 5:30pm. According to Child#2's schedule, Child #2 was due for a bottle at 5:00pm.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 6, 2026

    • Food and nutrition

      3270.161(a) Wholesome

      “As a result of the Complaint Investigation conducted on 12/17/2025, it was determined that the formula and bottles of Child #1 were contaminated by being placed in a bag with clothing soiled by fecal matter.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 6, 2026

  3. Nov 12, 2025Inspection4 rules cited
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster

      “At the time of the Renewal Inspection conducted on 11/12/2025, there was peeling paint observed in the Infant Classroom on the wall by the windows.”

      Correction date in the state record: Dec 5, 2025

    • Background checks

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

      “At the time of the Renewal Inspection conducted on 11/12/2025, the file for Staff Person #1, hired on 09/22/2025, did not contain the results of a completed FBI Clearance.”

      Correction date in the state record: Nov 12, 2025

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance

      “At the time of the Renewal Inspection conducted on 11/12/2025, the Fire Inspection report on file dated 12/26/2024, identified deficiencies with the system.”

      Correction date in the state record: Dec 4, 2025

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.151(c)(2)/3270.192(3) Mantoux TB/Health assessment, TB test

      “At the time of the Renewal Inspection conducted on 11/12/2025, the Health Assessment on file for Staff Person #2 did not contain the results of an initial tuberculin skin test, x-rays, or other medical documentation necessary to confirm freedom from communicable tuberculosis.”

      Correction date in the state record: Dec 7, 2025

  4. Jan 17, 2025Visit4 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.31(e)(4)(i) Age and Training

      “At the time of the Allocated Unannounced Investigation on 01/17/2025, the file for Staff Person # 1, hired on 09/23/2024, did not contain verification of the completion of Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation and Pediatric First Aid training within 90 days of hire.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 24, 2025

    • Background checks

      3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL

      “At the time of the Allocated Unannounced Investigation on 01/17/2025, the file for Staff Person # 1, hired on 09/23/2024, did not contain verification of the completion of the required Mandated Reporter Training within 90 days of hire.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 24, 2025

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training

      “At the time of the Allocated Unannounced Investigation on 01/17/2025, the file for Staff Person # 1, hired on 09/23/2024, did not contain verification of the completion of the required Health and Safety Training within 90 days of hire.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 24, 2025

    • Discipline and child guidance

      3270.113(b) No physical punishment

      “During the unannounced investigation conducted on 01/17/2025, it was acknowledged that Child #1 was dragged across the floor by his ankles by Staff Person #1, to the bathroom when he Child #1 refused to go to the bathroom after nap time.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 24, 2025

  5. Jan 17, 2025Inspection4 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.31(e)(4)(i) Age and Training

      “At the time of the Allocated Unannounced Investigation on 01/17/2025, the file for Staff Person # 1, hired on 09/23/2024, did not contain verification of the completion of Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation and Pediatric First Aid training within 90 days of hire.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 24, 2025

    • Background checks

      3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL

      “At the time of the Allocated Unannounced Investigation on 01/17/2025, the file for Staff Person # 1, hired on 09/23/2024, did not contain verification of the completion of the required Mandated Reporter Training within 90 days of hire.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 24, 2025

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training

      “At the time of the Allocated Unannounced Investigation on 01/17/2025, the file for Staff Person # 1, hired on 09/23/2024, did not contain verification of the completion of the required Health and Safety Training within 90 days of hire.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 24, 2025

    • Discipline and child guidance

      3270.113(b) No physical punishment

      “During the unannounced investigation conducted on 01/17/2025, it was acknowledged that Child #1 was dragged across the floor by his ankles by Staff Person #1, to the bathroom when he Child #1 refused to go to the bathroom after nap time.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 24, 2025

  6. Nov 7, 2024Inspection12 rules cited
    • Background checks

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

      “At the time of the Renewal Inspection on 11/07/2024, the file for Staff Person #2 did not contain a DHS FBI Clearance. The file for Staff Person #3 did not contain a PA State Police Clearance, a DHS FBI Clearance, or a National Sex Offender Registry Verification Clearance.”

      Correction date in the state record: Nov 8, 2024

    • Discipline and child guidance

      3270.123(a)(3) Services proceeded

      “At the time of the Renewal Inspection on 11/07/2024, the file for Child #1, Child #2, Child #3, Child #4 and Child #6 did not contain a child service report.”

      Correction date in the state record: Dec 6, 2024

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.34(a)(6) Staff evaluations

      “At the time of the Renewal Inspection on 11/07/2024, the file for Staff Person #1 and #4 did not contain a written staff evaluation.”

      Correction date in the state record: Dec 6, 2024

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(ii) HS/GED + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility

      “At the time of the Renewal Inspection on 11/07/2024, the file for Staff Person #3 did not contain the verification of education and childcare experience required as an Assistant Group Supervisor.”

      Correction date in the state record: Nov 7, 2024

    • Transportation

      3270.171(a) Pick-up and drop-off points

      “At the time of the Renewal Inspection on 11/07/2024, annual written notification of the location of the facility and the pedestrian and vehicular safe routes around the facility were not sent to the local traffic safety authorities.”

      Correction date in the state record: Nov 22, 2024

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.31(e) Age and Training

      “At the time of the Renewal Inspection on 11/07/2024, the file for Staff Person #1 did not contain verification of the completion of 12-clock hours of childcare training. The file for Staff Person #4 contained verification of 4 hours of childcare training, indicating 8-hours of childcare training needed for Staff Person #4.”

      Correction date in the state record: Dec 20, 2024

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.131(b)(2) Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months

      “At the time of the Renewal Inspection on 11/07/2024, the file for Child #4 did not contain an updated Health Assessment. The Health Assessment on file for Child #4 was dated 08/28/2023.”

      Correction date in the state record: Dec 13, 2024

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.27(f) Emergency plan

      “At the time of the Renewal Inspection on 11/07/2024, the facility's Emergency Plan was updated 10/02/2024, and was not sent to the local municipality, and County Emergency Management Agency.”

      Correction date in the state record: Nov 27, 2024

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.192(1)/3270.192(2)(i) Name, address, and phone/Age

      “At the time of the Renewal Inspection on 11/07/2024, the file for Staff Person #3 did not contain verification of name, age and address for the facility person”

      Correction date in the state record: Nov 8, 2024

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.124(b)(6) Insurance coverage information

      “At the time of the Renewal Inspection on 11/07/2024, the emergency contact form on file for Child #5 did not contain the Health Insurance Policy number for Child #5.”

      Correction date in the state record: Nov 21, 2024

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.181(c) Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos

      “At the time of the Renewal Inspection on 11/07/2024, the file for Child #4 did not contain an Agreement form.”

      Correction date in the state record: Nov 27, 2024

    • Health, medication and illness

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

      “At the time of the Renewal Inspection on 11/07/2024, the file for Staff Person #3 did not contain an initial Health Assessment including the results of a tuberculin test, x-ray or other medical documentation necessary to confirm freedom from communicable tuberculosis.”

      Correction date in the state record: Nov 8, 2024

  7. Oct 2, 2024Inspection6 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.27(c) Training regarding plan

      “At the time of the Unannounced Inspection on 10/02/2024, the most recent verification of Emergency Plan training on file for Staff Person #4 was dated 07/21/2022”

      Correction date in the state record: Oct 14, 2024

    • Health, medication and illness

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

      “At the time of the Unannounced Inspection on 10/02/2024, the individual record for Staff Person #5 did not contain a Health Assessment.”

      Correction date in the state record: Oct 7, 2024

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety

      “At the time of the Unannounced Inspection on 10/02/2024, Staff Person #3 was observed caring for 6 children unsupervised alone. Staff Person #3 file did not contain the verification of completion of the preservice 10-Hour Health and Safety Training, required prior to caring for children unsupervised.”

      Correction date in the state record: Oct 18, 2024

    • Background checks

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

      “At the time of the Unannounced Inspection on 10/02/2024, the individual record for Staff Person #3 did not contain verification of the completed National Sex Offender Registry Clearence.”

      Correction date in the state record: Oct 2, 2024

    • 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

      “At the time of the Unannounced Inspection on 10/02/2024, the individual record for Staff Person #3 and Staff Person #5 did not contain completed verification of Pediatric First Aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Training.”

      Correction date in the state record: Oct 10, 2024

    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.113(a)(1) Staff assigned to specific children

      “At the time of the Unannounced Inspection on 10/02/2024, Staff Person #1 could not identify their Supervisory group. Staff Person #2 identified 8 children in their supervisory group, exceeding the Younger Toddler ratio by 3 children.”

      Correction date in the state record: Oct 2, 2024

  8. Feb 20, 2024Inspection9 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety

      “At the time of renewal inspection, file of staff person #6 did not include Pennsylvania Health and Safety Update 2022 one hour professional development training required by OCDEL within the prescribed timeframe which is by December 30, 2022.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 23, 2024

    • Background checks

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

      “At the time of renewal inspection, file of staff person #1 did not include state child abuse and neglect registry check from the state of Colorado in which staff person #1 resided within the last 5 years.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 15, 2024

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.27(a)(6) Emergency plan

      “At the time of renewal inspection observed that emergency drill was not conducted annually, written documentation was not available.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 23, 2024

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.151(b) Conducted by physician, PA or CRNP

      “At the time of renewal inspection, file of staff person #2 included a staff health assessment that was signed by a certified nurse midwife who is not a physician, physician's assistant, or CRNP and is not certified as a primary care provider.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 23, 2024

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.31(f)/3270.31(f)(10) Health and Safety Training/Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR

      “At the time of renewal inspection, Pediatric first aid and CPR training on file staff person #1 was from NationalCPRFoundation which is not an approved curriculum. File of staff person #3 did not include in-person part of Pediatric first and CPR training. File of staff person #6 did not include Pediatric First aid and CPR training.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 27, 2024

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(2)(i) Immunization record/Exemption documentation from parent/guardian

      “At the time of renewal inspection, immunization record of child #1 did not include immunizations recommended by ACIP. A letter of exemption was not observed in the file of child #1.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 23, 2024

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.192(5) Two written references

      “At the time of renewal inspection record of staff person #5 included only one written nonfamily reference from the individual attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 23, 2024

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.151(c)(3)/3270.151(c)(5) Exam communicable disease/Physician/CRNP assessment

      “At the time of renewal inspection, a health assessment on file of staff person #8 did not include an examination for communicable diseases and the physician's or CRNP's assessment of the person's suitability to provide child care.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 26, 2024

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.27(c) Training regarding plan

      “At the time of renewal inspection, file of staff persons #4 and #7 did not include verification that staff received emergency plan training on an annual basis. Emergency plan training on file of staff person #4 was from 9/1/22, emergency plan training on file of staff person #7 was from 7/21/22.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 23, 2024

  9. May 10, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
  10. Jan 3, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
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  1. Aug 22, 2022InspectionNo rules cited

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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Is The Malvern School of Valley Forge licensed?

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

When was The Malvern School of Valley Forge last inspected?

Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on August 7, 2026, with 3 rules cited. It lists 8 visits in the last 3 years.

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

Yes. Inspectors cited 40 rules across 8 of 8 visits in the last 3 years; 40 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 Valley Forge care for?

191, the licensed capacity on the state record.

Does The Malvern School of Valley Forge accept child care subsidies?

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

What are The Malvern School of Valley Forge's hours?

Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Holiday hours can differ.

How much does The Malvern School of Valley Forge cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (484) 392-2020 to ask.

What is The Malvern School of Valley Forge's phone number?

(484) 392-2020.

Where is The Malvern School of Valley Forge?

800 Mancill Mill Rd, King Of Prussia, PA 19406. The nearest other daycare we list is Forge Early Learning Center, 0.4 miles away.

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