Phoenixville Area CLC
310 Main St, Phoenixville, PA
4.7· 16 reviews
The Malvern School
- licensed capacity
- 136
- open each week
- 5 days
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About
About The Malvern School
The Malvern School is a child care center in Phoenixville, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 136 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 3 visits in the last 3 years and cited 7 rules across 2 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
6 wk
6 mo
1
2
3
4
5
6
8
10
12 yr
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- School-age children
- Hours today
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 136 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Thursday | 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Friday | 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | School-age childrenFrom the state license. It lists: 6 weeks through 8 years old |
|---|---|
| Programs | Infant care, pre-k, preschool and toddler care |
| Approach | Play-based |
| Staff | Teachers are college-educated in early childhood or elementary education, experienced |
| Daily life | Potty training: Supporting independence (self-feeding, dressing, potty training) |
| Safety | Outdoor playground |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Discounts | Standard 10% U.S. military discount for active duty families |
| Languages | ASL (American Sign Language) |
| Accreditation | NAEYC accredited |
| More | Founded 2010 |
| Licensed capacity | 136 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
- 136 children
- Ages
- School-age children
- License number
- #CER-00250774
Summary
3 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Dec 16, 2025: 6 rules cited
Rules cited on 2 of 3 visits · 7 rules in all · 7 corrected
- Health, medication and illness 2
- Supervision and ratios 2
- Records and paperwork 1
- Building, equipment and play areas 1
- Background checks 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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Dec 16, 2025Inspection6 rules cited
3270.131(a)/3270.182(1) Health information/Initial and subsequent health reports
“At the time of inspection, the file for child #3, enrolled more than 60 days; did not contain an initial health assessment.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 26, 2026
3270.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person
“At the time of inspection, the emergency contact information for child #1 did not include the address of the individual designated by the parent to whom they may be released.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 26, 2026
3270.124(b)(6) Insurance coverage information
“At the time of inspection, the health insurance policy number had not been included on the emergency contact form for child #2.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 26, 2026
3270.82(g) Clean and good repair
“At the time of inspection, the wood cabinet of the sink in the Preschool 1 classroom was observed with water damage.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 22, 2025
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“At the time of inspection, the file for staff member #1 did not include the FBI clearance which was requested on 10-31-25. The file for staff member #2 did not include the PA Child Abuse clearance which was required to be submitted prior to beginning to work provisional.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 22, 2025
3270.133(7) Medication log
“At the time of inspection, the facility did not have medication logs for the following children's medications: child #4, child #5, child #6, and child #7.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 26, 2026
Nov 6, 2025Visit1 rule cited
3270.21 General Health and Safety
“The operator, staff person #1, self-reported to OCDEL on 10/27/2025 that staff person #2 lifted an infant by one arm to move the infant from the carpeted area over to an activity mat.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 28, 2025
- Dec 12, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Oct 30, 2023Inspection2 rules cited
3270.124(b)(4)/3270.182(5) Written consent/Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission
“At the time of inspection, the emergency contact form for children #1 and #2 did not contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care and consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility person. The parent used their initials instead of their signature.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 4, 2023
3270.131(b)(2)/3270.182(1) Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months/Initial and subsequent health reports
“At the time of inspection, the health assessment observed for child #3, D.O.B 3/13/20 was dated 9/2/22.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 11, 2023
Feb 1, 2023Complaint investigation4 rules cited
3270.113(b)/3270.113(c) No physical punishment /No ridicule or threaten harm
“A review of the classroom video footage (snack and play) from 2/2/23 revealed that Child #3 threw their snack carrots on the floor. Staff person #1 removes child #3 from their chair at the table and begins yelling, "pick up the carrots". Staff person #1 then sits in the child's chair eating a bag of carrots while continuing to tell him to pick up the carrots. Staff person #2 carries over a large foot pedal trash can for the child to throw the carrots into. Child #3 is forced to pick up carrots for approximately 6 minutes. A review of the classroom video footage (snack and play) from 2/2/23 revealed that staff person #1 comes up behind child #3 and yells at a high volume directly into his ear, "No food - go to carpet". (This action startled Child #3 causing the child flinch) Staff person #1 then takes a plastic dustpan and places it against the arm and shoulder of child #3 to move him away from the table because child #3 is eating the snack that belonged to another child. Staff person #1 then takes child #3 by one arm and pulls him from the table to the carpet area where child #3 falls to the floor. A review of the classroom video footage (snack and play) from 2/2/23 revealed that Staff person #1 asked child #3 to put on his jacket as the class was lining up to go outside. When child #3 responded "no" to putting on the jacket staff person #1 told the child they "would stay inside by yourself" Staff person #1 stated to the entire class, "we will go outside and look for kitty cats and then stated, " Child #3 wont, he will be staying inside by himself". Staff person #1 then took Child #3 by one arm and sat the child down against the wall and stated, " No you don't want to go, I'm not fighting with you, see you later". A review of the playground video footage from 2/2/23 reveals that staff person #1 picks up child #3 by one arm and removes from the toy box area across the yard onto the rubber surface. This action of grabbing the child by one arm caused the child's feet to lift from the ground. A review of the classroom play video footage reveals that during circle time Staff person #2 is trying to get Child #3 to sit at circle time. staff person #1 reaches across the floor and pulls child #3 by the ankles across the rug. Child #1 is laying on his back and side when he pulled by the ankles.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 23, 2023
3270.21 General Health and Safety
“A review of the classroom video footage (snack and play) from 2/2/23 revealed that staff person #1 uses the broom to sweep the floor and then uses the same broom to sweep off the table where child #1 is still sitting and eating snack. Staff person #1 then takes the broom and sweeps off a second table where child #4 is sitting and eating snack.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 23, 2023
3270.82(h) Handwashing signs
“A review of the classroom video footage (snack and play) from 2/2/23 revealed that staff person #1 did not wash the hands of child #3 after changing his diaper and child #3 then begins eating snack.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 23, 2023
3270.66(c) Toxic use- no contamination
“A review of the classroom video footage (snack and play) from 2/2/23 revealed that staff person #1 uses a spray bottle with cleaning solution and sprays off the table where child #1 is still sitting and eating snack. Staff person #1 then takes spray bottle of cleaning solution and sprays a second table where child #4 is sitting and eating snack.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 23, 2023
Oct 21, 2022Inspection5 rules cited
3270.166(4) Bottles labeled
“During the renewal inspection on 10/21/2022 bottles for child #1 were observed without being labeled with the child's name.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 25, 2022
3270.107 Refrigerator
“During the renewal inspection on 10/21/2022 the refrigerator in the kitchen measured 65 F.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 1, 2022
3270.31(f)/3270.31(f)(10) Health and Safety Training/Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR
“During the renewal inspeciton on 10/21/2022 a review of staff files revealed Staff person's #1 #2 #3 #4 #5 #6 #7 have all completed pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation - however the trainer was not PQUAS certified. Staff person #8 has not completed pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation .”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 2, 2022
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“During the renewal inspection 10/21/2022 staff person #9 did not have a child abuse clearance on file at the facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 26, 2022
3270.102(a) Clean and good repair
“During the renewal inspection on 10/21/2022 a stroller and pull wagon that were dirty and had missing buckles were observed being stored on the infant playground. The changing pad in the infant room had areas were the plastic liner was torn.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 21, 2022
Nov 18, 2021Inspection2 rules cited
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“During the renewal inspection on 11/18/2021 the file for staff person #1 did not contain a DHS FBI clearance.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 29, 2021
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“During the renewal inspection on 11/18/2021 the operator did not have proof of purchase of the fire detection system.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 9, 2021
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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 December 16, 2025, with 6 rules cited. It lists 3 visits in the last 3 years.
Has The Malvern School had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 7 rules across 2 of 3 visits in the last 3 years; 7 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?
136, 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 5:30 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does The Malvern School cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (610) 415-9900 to ask.
What is The Malvern School's phone number?
(610) 415-9900.
Where is The Malvern School?
1023 Egypt Rd, Phoenixville, PA 19460. The nearest other daycare we list is GPY Oaks Elementary School, 0.7 miles away.