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501 E Miner St, West Chester, PA
West Chester United Methodist Childrens Center
- licensed capacity
- 81
- open each week
- 5 days
- monthly, posted tuition
- $650
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About West Chester United Methodist Childrens Center
West Chester United Methodist Childrens Center is a child care center in West Chester, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 81 children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. It describes a Faith-based approach, with full-time care, infant care, part-time care and pre-k. It lists monthly tuition from $650 to $1,650.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 3 visits in the last 3 years and cited 47 rules across 3 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsPreschool / pre-KFaith-basedAccepts child care subsidyPosts tuition
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
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- Hours today
- 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 81 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Programs | Full-time care, infant care, part-time care, pre-k, preschool and toddler care |
|---|---|
| Approach | Faith-based (West Chester United Methodist Church; Christian Education) |
| Class size | Pre-K: max of 18 children |
| Daily life | Snacks provided |
| Safety | Outdoor playground |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| More | Founded 1986 |
| Licensed capacity | 81 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
West Chester United Methodist Childrens Center lists monthly tuition from $650 to $1,650.
| Monthly · program, in its own words | Price |
|---|---|
| 2-3 year olds "Groovy Gators", 3 full days | $1,150 |
| 2-3 year olds "Groovy Gators", 5 full days | $1,525 |
| 3-4 year olds "Forest Friends", 2 full days | $650 |
| 3-4 year olds "Forest Friends", 3 full days | $950 |
| 3-4 year olds "Forest Friends", 5 full days | $1,275 |
| Toddlers "Little Dinos" (12 months-2 years), 2 full days | $775 |
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| Toddlers "Little Dinos" (12 months-2 years), 3 full days | $1,120 |
| Toddlers "Little Dinos" (12 months-2 years), 5 full days | $1,600 |
| Young infants "Love Bugs" (3-9 months), 2 full days | $800 |
| Young infants "Love Bugs" (3-9 months), 3 full days | $1,250 |
| Young infants "Love Bugs" (3-9 months), 5 full days | $1,650 |
11 posted prices. Rates change, so confirm before you enroll.
State record
Inspection reports for West Chester United Methodist Childrens Center
License
- Status
- Certified by the state and operating
- License type
- Certificate of Compliance
- Capacity
- 81 children
- License number
- #CER-00255591
Summary
3 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Mar 25, 2026: 14 rules cited
Rules cited on 3 of 3 visits · 47 rules in all · 47 corrected
- Staff training and qualifications 13
- Records and paperwork 8
- Health, medication and illness 8
- Building, equipment and play areas 3
- Safety and hazards 3
- Transportation 3
- Background checks 3
- Food and nutrition 2
- Discipline and child guidance 2
- Supervision and ratios 2
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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Mar 25, 2026Inspection14 rules cited
3270.124(b)(5) Information re: special needs
“During the renewal inspection conducted 3/25/26, the emergency contact reviewed for child #1 did not include information on the child's special needs, as specified by the child's parent, physician, physician's assistant or CRNP, which is needed in an emergency situation.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 25, 2026
3270.124(b)(3) Parent home/work address, phone
“During the renewal inspection conducted 3/25/26, the emergency contact reviewed for child #1 did not include the home address of the enrolling parent.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 25, 2026
3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster
“During the renewal inspection conducted 3/25/26, chip paint was observed on the light blue wall near the sink in room 3.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 27, 2026
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“During the renewal inspection conducted 3/25/26, a water stain was observed on the ceiling tile in room #3.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 27, 2026
3270.31(e)(4)(i) Age and Training
“During the renewal inspection conducted 3/25/26, staff person #2 has not completed Pediatric first aid and CPR training on or before expiration of the most current certification. This is evidenced by the previously documented Pediatric first aid and CPR training on file expiring 3/22/26. Documentation of updated Pediatric first aid and CPR training is not on file.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 27, 2026
3270.31(e)(4)(ii) Fire safety - 1 yr.
“During the renewal inspection conducted 3/25/26, the fire safety training verification reviewed for staff #3 was not annually updated. Last dated 3/6/25.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 25, 2026
3270.27(a)(6) Emergency plan
“During the renewal inspection conducted 3/25/26, upon request there was no annual emergency drill log available for review to verify the facility conducts annual emergency drills.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 26, 2026
3270.171(a) Pick-up and drop-off points
“During the renewal inspection conducted 3/25/26, upon request there was no verification available for review to verify the facility notified local traffic safety authorities annually in writing of the location of the facility and the program's use of pedestrian and vehicular routes around the childcare facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 26, 2026
3270.181(c) Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos
“During the renewal inspection conducted 3/25/26, the financial agreement reviewed for child #2 was not updated within a 6-month period. Last dated 8/29/25.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 25, 2026
3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test
“During the renewal inspection conducted 3/25/26, the health assessment reviewed for staff person #5 was not updated within a 24-month period. Last dated 4/6/22.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 25, 2026
3270.131(b)(1)/3270.181(c) Infant: updated health report every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos
“During the renewal inspection conducted 3/25/26, the health assessment reviewed for child #3 was not updated within a 6-month period. Last dated 8/28/25.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 15, 2026
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“During the renewal inspection conducted 3/25/26, the file of facility person #4 (see code sheet for hire date) contained a PA State Police Clerance and a National Sex Offenders Registry verification (NSOR) dated 4/10/19 and 11/26/19 which is more than 60 months old.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 25, 2026
3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(ii) HS/GED + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility
“During the renewal inspection conducted 3/25/26, the record reviewed for staff #1 did not include verification of education for the position performing (Assistant Group Supervisor).”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 25, 2026
3270.131(a)/3270.182(1) Health information/Initial and subsequent health reports
“During the renewal inspection conducted 3/25/26, the record reviewed for child #4 did not include an initial health assessment.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 2, 2026
Apr 2, 2025Inspection20 rules cited
3270.192(2)(i) Age
“During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the staff files staff # 3 and #4 were missing verification of age and ID in the file.”
Correction date in the state record: May 2, 2025
3270.192(2)(iii) Exp, educ., training at facility
“During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the staff files staff # 4 was missing proof of education in the file.”
Correction date in the state record: May 2, 2025
3270.31(e) Age and Training
“During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the staff files staff #1 was missing 8 more hours of professional development trainings in the file. Staff #5 was missing 7 more hours of professional development trainings in the file.”
Correction date in the state record: May 2, 2025
3270.27(a)(1) Emergency plan
“During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the emergency plan the plan needs to address the lockdown procedures.”
Correction date in the state record: May 2, 2025
3270.192(5) Two written references
“During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the staff files staff 4 was missing two written references in the file.”
Correction date in the state record: May 2, 2025
3270.182(6) Signed parental consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading
“During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the children files, children # 1 and #5 were missing consent for swimming and transportation these areas were left blank.”
Correction date in the state record: May 2, 2025
3270.131(d)(5) Immunization record
“During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the children files child #4 was missing shot and required an update shot record records.”
Correction date in the state record: May 2, 2025
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the staff files staff #3 and #4 were missing the emergency plan training in the file. Staff # 5 emergency plan training needs to be updated.”
Correction date in the state record: May 2, 2025
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the emergency plan the plan did not include the plans for continuity of care.”
Correction date in the state record: May 2, 2025
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“During the renewal inspection the certification representative requested to view the shaken baby, abusive head trauma, child maltreatment policy the policy was unable to be viewed at the time of the inspection.”
Correction date in the state record: May 2, 2025
3270.18(a) On file at facility
“During the renewal inspection the certification representative requested to view the liability insurance but was unable to do so at the time of the renewal inspection.”
Correction date in the state record: May 2, 2025
3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL
“During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the staff files staff #3, and #4 were missing the NSOR clearance in the file. staff # 5 NSOR expired. staff #4 was missing a state police clearance in the file. staff # 4 was missing a child abuse clearance in the file, staff #5 child abuse clearance expired 1/30/20. Staff #4 was missing an FBI clearance in the file. Staff #5 FBI expired.”
Correction date in the state record: May 2, 2025
3270.107 Refrigerator
“During the renewal inspection the certification representative conducted a facility walk through and observed the thermometer reading in the little Dino's and Forrest room was running on the high side above 45 degrees”
Correction date in the state record: May 2, 2025
3270.123(a)(3) Services proceeded
“During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the children files children # 2 and #4 were missing child service reports in the file”
Correction date in the state record: May 2, 2025
3270.124(b)(2) Physician name, address, phone
“During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the children files, child # 1 was missing the physician address and the physician telephone number on the emergency contact form.”
Correction date in the state record: May 2, 2025
3270.124(b)(5) Information re: special needs
“During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the children files child #1 was missing information on disability on the emergency contact form.”
Correction date in the state record: May 2, 2025
3270.124(b)(6) Insurance coverage information
“During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the children files, children #1 and #5 were missing the health insurance policy # on the emergency contact form. Child # 1 was missing the health insurance information.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 2, 2025
3270.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person
“During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the children files, child #1 was missing the release person address and the release person phone number on the emergency contact form.”
Correction date in the state record: May 2, 2025
3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test
“During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the staff files staff #3, #4 were missing a health assessment and TB shot in the file staff #5 was missing an updated health assessment.”
Correction date in the state record: May 2, 2025
3270.192(2)(ii) Exp, educ., training prior to facility
“During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the staff files staff # 3 and #4 were missing verification of experience in the file”
Correction date in the state record: May 2, 2025
Apr 4, 2024Inspection13 rules cited
3270.123(a)(3) Services proceeded
“During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the children's files, children #2 and #4 were missing a child service report in the file.”
Correction date in the state record: May 4, 2024
3270.123(a)(5) Designated release persons
“During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the children's files, children # 2 and #5 were both missing the release person on the financial agreement.”
Correction date in the state record: May 4, 2024
3270.124(b)(6) Insurance coverage information
“During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the children's file child #2 emergency contact form was missing the health coverage name and policy #.”
Correction date in the state record: May 4, 2024
3270.151(c)(2)/3270.192(3) Mantoux TB/Health assessment, TB test
“During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the staff files, staff #5 and #6 were missing a health assessment in the file. staff #6 was also missing their Mantoux test results in the file.”
Correction date in the state record: May 4, 2024
3270.131(d)(7) Free from contagious/communicable disease
“During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the children's files child # 4 health assessment was missing the statement that the child is able to participate in childcare and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease.”
Correction date in the state record: May 4, 2024
3270.182(6) Signed parental consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading
“During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the children's file child #6 was missing the consent for swimming and wading on the emergency contact form. These areas were left blank.”
Correction date in the state record: May 4, 2024
3270.192(5) Two written references
“During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the staff files, staff #2 #3 and #5 were missing the two references in the file.”
Correction date in the state record: May 4, 2024
3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL
“During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the staff files staff #3 was missing the mandating reporter training in the file.”
Correction date in the state record: May 4, 2024
3270.31(e)(4)(i)/3270.31(f)(10) Age and Training/Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR
“During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the staff files, staff #4 first aid and CPR was not taken by a PQUAS certified instructor.”
Correction date in the state record: May 4, 2024
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the emergency plan and did not see the plans for continuity of care in the plan.”
Correction date in the state record: May 4, 2024
3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster
“During the renewal inspection the certification representative conducted a facility walk through and observed peeling paint near the door and on the wall near the toy shelf in room 103. There is peeling paint in the 1-2-year-old room, there was also peeling paint in the play space along the wall.”
Correction date in the state record: May 4, 2024
3270.107 Refrigerator
“During the renewal inspection the certification representative conducted a facility walk through observed the refrigerator in the 1-2-year-old room was missing a thermometer.”
Correction date in the state record: May 4, 2024
3270.171(c) Safe routes posted
“During the renewal inspection the certification representative conducted a facility walk through and did not see the pickup and drop off procedures posted.”
Correction date in the state record: May 4, 2024
Jul 14, 2023Inspection3 rules cited
3270.171(c) Safe routes posted
“During the renewal inspection conducted on 7/14/23, written notification of safe routes were not posted in a conspicuous location in the child care facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 28, 2023
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“During the renewal inspection conducted on 7/14/23, the facility did not have a written policy a written policy regarding the recognition of potential signs/symptoms of shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma, strategies for coping with a crying, fussing, or distraught child and the prevention and identification of child maltreatment.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 28, 2023
3270.27(a)(5) Emergency plan
“During the renewal inspection conducted on 7/14/23, the facility's emergency plan did not include accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 28, 2023
Oct 14, 2022Complaint investigation6 rules cited
3270.182(7) Reports of accidents, injuries and illnesses. Original report - parent same day Copy - facility accident file. Copy - child's file
“During the complaint investigation conducted on 10/14/22, the facility director reported that the parents of child #1 were not given an incident report on the day of the incident that occurred on 10/11/22.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 14, 2022
3270.20(a)(1) Inpatient hospitalization or ER treatment of child
“During the complaint investigation conducted on 10/14/22, it was determined that the facility operator did not notify the regional office that a child in care at the facility was left behind on a facility excursion.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 14, 2022
3270.113(a)(1) Staff assigned to specific children
“During the complaint investigation conducted on 10/14/22, staff persons from the Gator Room could not identify which staff person was responsible for supervising child #1.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 14, 2022
3270.113(a) Supervised at all times
“As reported on a childline complaint, on 10/11/22 a child was left unsupervised in the classroom bathroom for approximately 50 minutes or longer while the class was at the local park.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 14, 2023
3270.113(a) Supervised at all times
“As reported on a childline complaint, on 10/11/22 a child was left unsupervised in the classroom bathroom for approximately 50 minutes or longer while the class was at the local park.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 30, 2022
3270.113(a) Supervised at all times
“As reported on a childline complaint, on 10/11/22 a child was left unsupervised in the classroom bathroom for approximately 50 minutes or longer while the class was at the local park.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 14, 2022
Oct 14, 2022Inspection6 rules cited
3270.182(7) Reports of accidents, injuries and illnesses. Original report - parent same day Copy - facility accident file. Copy - child's file
“During the complaint investigation conducted on 10/14/22, the facility director reported that the parents of child #1 were not given an incident report on the day of the incident that occurred on 10/11/22.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 14, 2022
3270.20(a)(1) Inpatient hospitalization or ER treatment of child
“During the complaint investigation conducted on 10/14/22, it was determined that the facility operator did not notify the regional office that a child in care at the facility was left behind on a facility excursion.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 14, 2022
3270.113(a)(1) Staff assigned to specific children
“During the complaint investigation conducted on 10/14/22, staff persons from the Gator Room could not identify which staff person was responsible for supervising child #1.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 14, 2022
3270.113(a) Supervised at all times
“As reported on a childline complaint, on 10/11/22 a child was left unsupervised in the classroom bathroom for approximately 50 minutes or longer while the class was at the local park.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 14, 2023
3270.113(a) Supervised at all times
“As reported on a childline complaint, on 10/11/22 a child was left unsupervised in the classroom bathroom for approximately 50 minutes or longer while the class was at the local park.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 30, 2022
3270.113(a) Supervised at all times
“As reported on a childline complaint, on 10/11/22 a child was left unsupervised in the classroom bathroom for approximately 50 minutes or longer while the class was at the local park.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 14, 2022
Jul 21, 2022Complaint investigation2 rules cited
3270.113(b) No physical punishment
“During the complaint investigation it was determined a form of physical punishment was used in trying to calm the child down by dropping the child on the head and pushing the child back in the bouncer causing their head to snap backwards.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 30, 2022
3270.112 Infant/Toddler Stimulation
“During the complaint investigation it was determined that the child was not held, rocked, talked to, played with and carried to help soothe him when crying and upset.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 30, 2022
Jul 15, 2022Inspection5 rules cited
3270.131(b)(2) Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months
“During a renewal inspection on 07/15/2022, the file for child #2 contained a Health Assessment more than one-year-old.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 21, 2022
3270.31(e)(4)(ii) Fire safety - 1 yr.
“During a renewal inspection on 07/15/2022, the file for staff person #3 contain verification of Fire Safety training dated more than one-year-old.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 21, 2022
3270.192(2)(iv) Transcript, diploma and letters
“During a renewal inspection on 07/15/2022, the file for staff person #4 did not contain proof of education.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 15, 2022
3270.131(c) Completed or signed by physician, PA, or CRNP
“During a renewal inspection on 07/15/2022, the file for child #1 contained a health assessment that was not signed by a physician, physician's assistant or a CRNP.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 21, 2022
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“During a renewal inspection on 07/15/2022, the file for staff person #1 contained an FBI clearance that was not accepted for child care purposes; the file for staff person #3 did not contain a record of FBI Clearance; the file for staff person #4 contained an FBI Clearance from the Department of Education.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 15, 2022
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FAQ
Questions about West Chester United Methodist Childrens Center
Is West Chester United Methodist Childrens Center licensed?
Yes. West Chester United Methodist Childrens Center is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
When was West Chester United Methodist Childrens Center last inspected?
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on March 25, 2026, with 14 rules cited. It lists 3 visits in the last 3 years.
Has West Chester United Methodist Childrens Center had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 47 rules across 3 of 3 visits in the last 3 years; 47 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 United Methodist Childrens Center care for?
81, the licensed capacity on the state record.
Does West Chester United Methodist Childrens Center accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are West Chester United Methodist Childrens Center's hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does West Chester United Methodist Childrens Center cost?
Monthly tuition from $650 to $1,650, as it lists it.
What is West Chester United Methodist Childrens Center's phone number?
(610) 692-5256.
Where is West Chester United Methodist Childrens Center?
129 S High St, West Chester, PA 19382. The nearest other daycare we list is Care Center Foundation, 0.2 miles away.