West Chester United Methodist Childrens Center
129 S High St, West Chester, PA
3.7· 9 reviews
West Chester Area Day Care Center
- licensed capacity
- 127
- open each week
- 5 days
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About West Chester Area Day Care Center
West Chester Area Day Care Center is a child care center in West Chester, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 127 children, serving school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 5 visits in the last 3 years and cited 6 rules across 3 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
School-ageAccepts child care subsidyOpens before 7 AM
Ages served: school-age children
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- School-age children
- Hours today
- 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 127 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Thursday | 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Friday | 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | School-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 127 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
West Chester Area Day Care Center has not listed its tuition.
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State record
Inspection reports for West Chester Area Day Care Center
License
- Status
- Certified by the state and operating
- License type
- Certificate of Compliance
- Capacity
- 127 children
- Ages
- School-age children
- License number
- #CER-00247660
Summary
5 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Dec 12, 2025: 1 rule cited
Rules cited on 4 of 5 visits · 6 rules in all · 6 corrected
- Staff training and qualifications 3
- Supervision and ratios 1
- Building, equipment and play areas 1
- Safe sleep 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 12, 2025Complaint investigation1 rule cited
3270.113(e) Restraints prohibited
“During the complaint investigation the provider, mom, and teacher reported that a chair with safety that is used during breakfast was used to a special visitor event to help child stay seated in his seat to participate in the lesson. Child is autistic, non-verbal and likes to elope.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 12, 2025
Dec 12, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
3270.113(e) Restraints prohibited
“During the complaint investigation the provider, mom, and teacher reported that a chair with safety that is used during breakfast was used to a special visitor event to help child stay seated in his seat to participate in the lesson. Child is autistic, non-verbal and likes to elope.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 12, 2025
Nov 7, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster
“During the renewal inspection the certification representative conducted a facility walk through and discovered peeling paint in the childcare space.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 9, 2025
- Nov 4, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Dec 20, 2023Inspection4 rules cited
3270.106(a) Clean, age appropriate
“During the renewal inspection the certification representative conducted a facility walk through and did not see labels on the resting equipment in room 5.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 20, 2024
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the centers emergency plan and did not see the section that addressed the plans for continuity of care.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 20, 2024
3270.31(e)(4)(i) Age and Training
“During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the staff files, staff # 6 CPR and first aid was not PQAS certified and needs to be retaken with a PQAS trainer.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 20, 2024
3270.34(a)(6) Staff evaluations
“During the renewal inspection the certification representative requested to view the staff files, staff #4 was missing a up to date staff evaluation in the file.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 20, 2024
Jan 3, 2023Inspection2 rules cited
3270.124(b)(6) Insurance coverage information
“During the renewal inspection conducted on 1/3/22, the emergency contact information for child #1 did not include health insurance policy number.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 3, 2023
3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible
“During the renewal inspection conducted on 1/3/22, Certification Representative observed hand sanitizer on the cubbie next to the emergency exit in room 6.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 3, 2023
Dec 1, 2021Inspection6 rules cited
3270.76/3270.77(a) Building Surfaces/No peeling paint or plaster
“During a renewal inspection on 12/1/21, Rooms 1, 3, 5, and 8 have chipping paint throughout. Room 6's bathroom walls have chipping paint and the green and white tile floor in room 6 is soiled. Rooms 4 and 5 have dirty bathroom floors. Room 5 has protruding dry wall near the fire exit door. The "Big Room" and rooms 4, 5, 6, 8, have soiled rugs on the floors. The unlocked laundry room has a drawer with a hammer and screw driver in it which are visible hazards.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 8, 2021
3270.183(a)/3270.193(a) Locked cabinet/Confidential; stored in locked cabinet
“During a renewal inspection on 12/1/21, child and facility persons' records were observed in unlocked cabinets in an unlocked office.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 8, 2021
3270.82(h) Handwashing signs
“During a renewal inspection on 12/1/21, Room 8 does not have a sign posted by the toilet which stated that a facility person and able child shall wash his hands after toileting and before eating.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 1, 2021
3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible
“During a renewal inspection on 12/1/21, an unlocked diaper station cabinet in room 7 has Huggies and Pampers wipes accessible to children. Room 5 has a can of all purpose primer on the floor. The unlocked laundry room located in the Big Room has Boardwalk Huracan 40 heavy duty laundry detergent and "All" laundry detergent sitting on the floor, accessible to children.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 8, 2021
3270.27(d) Plan posted
“During a renewal inspection on 12/1/21, the emergency plan was not posted in the facility at a conspicuous location.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 1, 2021
3270.70(a) 65º F minimum
“During a renewal inspection on 12/1/21, there is no heat in classroom 3.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 1, 2021
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FAQ
Questions about West Chester Area Day Care Center
Is West Chester Area Day Care Center licensed?
Yes. West Chester Area Day Care Center is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
When was West Chester Area Day Care Center last inspected?
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on December 12, 2025, with 1 rule cited. It lists 5 visits in the last 3 years.
Has West Chester Area Day Care Center had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 6 rules across 4 of 5 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 West Chester Area Day Care Center care for?
127, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve school-age children.
Does West Chester Area Day Care Center accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are West Chester Area Day Care Center's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does West Chester Area Day Care Center cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (610) 696-8447 to ask.
What is West Chester Area Day Care Center's phone number?
(610) 696-8447.
Where is West Chester Area Day Care Center?
501 E Nields St, West Chester, PA 19382. The nearest other daycare we list is Chester County Intermediate Unit Child Care, 0.3 miles away.