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The Malvern School Of King Of Prussia
747 S Gulph Rd, King Of Prussia PA 19406 · License #CER-00242779 · Child Care Center
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- (610) 265-8800
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- Address
- 747 S Gulph Rd, King Of Prussia PA 19406 · Directions
Hours
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Care & schedule
When they operate
Schedule type not published.
Ages served
- 1-Star quality rating
- Accepts Child Care Works subsidy
- Licensed for 137 children
How this facility compares
Violations per inspection, 3-yrInspection history & violations
Source: Pennsylvania DHS, Office of Child Development and Early Learning- Violation
3270.192(5) · A facility person's record shall include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.
At the time of the Renewal Inspection conducted on 07/17/2025, the file for Staff Person #1 did not contain two written, nonfamily reference letters.
Corrected by Aug 4, 2025
- Violation
3270.113(e) · A facility person may not restrain a child by using bonds, ties or straps to restrict a child's movement or by enclosing the child in a confined space, closet or locked room. The prohibition against restraining a child does not apply to the use of adaptive equipment prescribed for a child with special needs.
At the time of the complaint investigation on 09/30/2024, Staff Person #1 prevented Child #1 from leaving the book nook area by wrapping his arms around her torso, and using arm to block Child #1 from leaving book nook area
Corrected by Sep 30, 2024
- Violation
3270.27(c) · The operator shall assure that each facility person receives training regarding the emergency plan at the time of initial employment, on an annual basis and at the time of each plan update. The operator shall document the date of each training and the names of all facility persons who received the training and kept on file at the facility.
At the time of the Unannounced Inspection on 09/30/2024, the individual record for Staff #2and Staff #3 did not contain verification of Emergency Plan Training.
Corrected by Sep 30, 2024
- Violation
3270.31(e)(4)(i)/3270.31(f)(10) · Competence is the completion of training by a professional in the field of first-aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). All staff persons shall renew their certification in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) on or before the expiration of the most current certification. Staff persons shall complete professional development in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation within 90 days of hire.
At the time of the Unannounced Inspection on 09/30/2024, the individual record for Staff Person #2 did not contain verification of the completion of the required Pediatric First Aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation training.
Corrected by Sep 30, 2024
- Violation
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). Facility Person # 2 may not work in a child care position at the facility. A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL. Facility Person #2 may not work in a child care position at the facility.
At the time of the Unannounced Inspection on 09/30/2024, the individual record for Staff Person #2 did not contain a completed Child Abuse Clearance.
Corrected by Sep 30, 2024
- Violation
3270.34(a)(6) · A director is responsible for written evaluation of staff persons on a regular basis, a minimum of one evaluation every 12 months.
At the time of the Unannounced Inspection on 09/30/2024, the individual record for Staff Person #1 did not contain an annual staff evaluation.
Corrected by Sep 30, 2024
- Violation
3270.27(c) · The operator shall assure that each facility person receives training regarding the emergency plan at the time of initial employment, on an annual basis and at the time of each plan update. The operator shall document the date of each training and the names of all facility persons who received the training and kept on file at the facility.
At the time of the Renewal Inspection on 06/27/2024 the files for Staff Person's #2 and #6 were missing verification of the facility's Emergency Plan training.
Corrected by Jun 27, 2024
- Violation
3270.66(a)/3270.66(e) · Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be kept in an area or container that is locked or made inaccessible to children. Arts and crafts materials shall be nontoxic.
At the time of the Renewal Inspection on 06/27/2024 a container of a toxic material, Mode Podge was observed in the Discovery Room, in an open bin on the floor in an area accessible to children.
Corrected by Jun 27, 2024
- Violation
3270.66(d) · Toxic plants are not permitted in a child care space.
At the time of the Renewal Inspection on 06/27/2024 An Echeveria Plant, classified as toxic was observed in the windowsill of the Preschool Classroom.
Corrected by Jun 27, 2024
- Violation
3270.75(c) · A first-aid kit must contain the following: soap, an assortment of adhesive bandages, sterile gauze pads, tweezers, tape, scissors and disposable, nonporous gloves.
At the time of the Renewal Inspection on 06/27/2024 the First Aid Kit in the Get Set 2 Room was missing Gauze and Tape.
Corrected by Jun 27, 2024
- Violation
3270.77(a) · Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the childcare facility.
At the time of the Renewal Inspection on 06/27/2024 peeling paint was observed in the PreK 2 room under the rear window on the left side of the room.
Corrected by Jul 18, 2024
- Violation
3270.102(a) · Toys, play equipment and other indoor and outdoor equipment used by the children shall be clean, in good repair and free from rough edges, sharp corners, pinch and crush points, splinters and exposed bolts.
At the time of the Renewal Inspection on 06/27/2024 what appeared to be dirt, food debris and other particles were observed under the mat on the diaper changing table in the First Steps classroom.
Corrected by Jun 27, 2024
- Violation
3270.106(f) · At least 2 feet of space is required on three sides of a bed, cot, crib or other rest equipment while the equipment is in use.
At the time of the Renewal Inspection on 06/27/2024 during the observation of nap time in the Pre School room, children were not 2 feet apart on three sides while the rest equipment was in use.
Corrected by Jul 28, 2024
- Violation
3270.123(a)(3) · The services to be provided to the family and the child, including the Department's approved form to provide information to the family about the child's growth and development in the context of the services being provided. The operator shall complete and update the form and provide a copy to the family in accordance with the updates regarding emergency contact information in § 3270.124(f) (relating to emergency contact information).
At the time of the Renewal Inspection on 06/27/2024 the most recent Child Service Report on file for Child #2 was dated for 10/19/2023 the report had not been updated in the required 6-month interval
Corrected by Jul 28, 2024
- Violation
3270.151(c)(3)/3270.151(c)(4) · An adult health assessment must include an examination for communicable diseases and the results of that examination. An adult health assessment must include information on medical problems that might threaten the health of the children or prohibit a staff person from providing adequate care to children.
At the time of the Renewal Inspection on 06/27/2024 the answers to Questions #2 and 3 on the Staff Health Assessment pertaining to Communicable diseases and Ability to care for children were left blank for Staff Person #3.
Corrected by Jun 30, 2024
- Violation
3270.181(c)/3270.182(8) · A parent is required to review and update the emergency contact information and the financial agreement at least once in a 6-month period or as soon as there is a change in the information. A child's record shall contain a copy of the initial agreement and subsequent written agreements between the parent and the operator. The parent receives the original agreement.
At the time of the Renewal Inspection on 06/27/2024 the files for Children #1, #2, and #3 contained Agreement forms that had not been reviewed and/or updated by the children's parents in the required 6-month interval
Corrected by Jul 9, 2024
- Violation
3270.27(f) · The operator shall send a copy of the emergency plan and subsequent plan updates to the local municipality and to the county emergency management agency.
At the time of the Renewal Inspection on 06/27/2024 a copy of the Facility's emergency plan was not sent to the Emergency Management Agency and County.
Corrected by Jul 13, 2024
- Violation
3270.31(e) · A staff person shall obtain an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training.
At the time of the Renewal Inspection on 06/27/2024 the files for Staff Person's #1, #2, #4, #5 and #6 were missing verification of 12-clock hours of completed childcare professional development and training
Corrected by Jul 26, 2024
- Violation
3270.31(e)(4)(i)/3270.31(f)(10) · Competence is the completion of training by a professional in the field of first-aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). All staff persons shall renew their certification in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) on or before the expiration of the most current certification. Staff persons shall complete professional development in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation within 90 days of hire.
During unannounced inspection 02/12/2024, files of staff persons #2 and #3 did not contain verification that Pediatric Frist Aid and CPR had been completed within 90 days of hire.
Corrected by Feb 27, 2024
- Violation
3270.31(f)/3270.31(g) · Staff persons shall complete professional development within 90 days of hire as listed in subsections (f)1-10. Completion of professional development shall be documented by the signature and title of a representative of the professional development entity and include the date professional development was completed. Documentation shall be retained in the facility person's file or maintained in an electronic system as designated by the Department. Documentation of the completion of the professional development under subsection (f) taken from September 30, 2016, forward satisfies this requirement.
During unannounced inspection 02/12/2024, files of staff persons #1 and #2 did not have verification that PA Health and Safety training had been completed within 90 days of hire. Staff persons #1 and #2 had been observed working alone with children at the time of the unannounced inspection.
Corrected by Feb 12, 2024
- Violation
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: STAFF PERSON #2 AND #3 MAY NOT WORK IN A CHILD CARE POSITION AT THE FACILITY. PROVISIONAL HIRE UNSUPERVISED: A provisional employee may not be permitted to work alone with children and must work within the vicinity of a permanent employee. A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL. STAFF PERSON #2 AND #3 MAY NOT WORK IN A CHILD CARE POSITION AT THE FACILITY.
During unannounced inspection 02/12/2024, file of staff person #2 contained an incomplete PA State Police Clearance; clearance on file stated "Request Under Review"; file of staff person #3 did not contain completed PA DHS FBI Clearance; file of staff person #3 contained receipts for fingerprinting .
Corrected by Feb 23, 2024
- Violation
3270.192(5) · A facility person's record shall include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.
During unannounced inspection 02/12/2024, files of staff persons #1 and #3 did not contain 2 written non family references attesting to staff person's suitability. File of staff person #1 contained one reference; file of staff person #3 did not contain any references.
Corrected by Feb 23, 2024
- Violation
3270.113(b) · A facility person may not use any form of physical punishment, including spanking a child.
On 5/3/23 during the compliant investigation visit Certification Representative viewed a video of staff person # 1 pushing a shoe on the child's foot aggressively.
Corrected by May 17, 2023
- Violation
3270.65 · Protective receptacle covers shall be placed in electrical outlets accessible to children 5 years of age or younger.
On August 16, 2021 during renewal inspection Certification Representative noticed that there were missing outlet covers at Junior camp classroom.
Corrected by Aug 16, 2021
- Violation
3270.74 · The telephone number of the nearest hospital, police department, fire department, ambulance and poison control center shall be posted by each telephone in the facility.
On August 16, 2021 during renewal inspection Certification Representative noticed that more than one classroom telephones did not have the telephone number of the nearest hospital, police department, fire department, ambulance and poison control center.
Corrected by Aug 16, 2021
- Violation
3270.113(a)(1) · Each staff person shall be assigned the responsibility for supervision of specific children. The staff person shall know the names and whereabouts of the children in his assigned group. The staff person shall be physically present with the children in his group on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the facility premises.
On August 16, 2021 during renewal inspection Certification Representative noticed that one of the staff persons was unable to identify her assigned children in her group.
Corrected by Aug 16, 2021
- Violation
3270.123(a)(4) · An agreement shall specify the child's arrival and departure times.
On August 16,2021 during renewal inspection Certification Representative noticed that child # 5 agreement form was missing an arrival and departure time.
Corrected by Sep 17, 2021
- Violation
3270.124(b)(6) · Emergency contact information must include health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits, if applicable.
On August 16, 2021 Certification Representative noticed that Health Insurance policy numbers for children # 2,and # 6 were missing from the emergency form.
Corrected by Aug 16, 2021
- Violation
3270.124(b)(6) · Emergency contact information must include health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits, if applicable.
On August 16, 2021 during renewal inspection Certification Representative noticed that child # 6 emergency contact from was missing Childs name of health insurance.
Corrected by Aug 16, 2021
- Violation
3270.124(b)(7) · Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
On August 16, 2021 during renewal inspection Certification Representative notice that child 6 emergency contact form was missing an address for an identified release person.
Corrected by Aug 16, 2021
- Violation
3270.166(4) · Disposable nursers and bottles shall be labeled with the child's name.
On August 16, 2021 during renewal inspection Certification Representative noticed that one sippy cup in the younger toddler room and one sippy cup in the older toddler room were no labeled with the child's name.
Corrected by Aug 16, 2021
- Violation
3270.182(5) · A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff. Written consent is required prior to admission.
On August 16, 2021 during renewal inspection, certification representative noticed that child #2 emergency contact form was missing signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid.
Corrected by Aug 16, 2021
- Violation
3270.182(6) · A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading.
On August 16, 2020 during renewal inspection Certification Representative notice that parent/guardian signature were missing for children # 1, # 2,# 3,and #4.
Corrected by Sep 17, 2021
- Violation
3270.113(b) · A facility person may not use any form of physical punishment, including spanking a child.
On 5/27/21 the facility reported that staff person # 1 "bopped a child on the mouth after being bitten by that child.
Corrected by Jun 14, 2021
Questions to ask on your tour
Generated from this facility's specific inspection record
- 1The Jul 17, 2025 inspection noted: “At the time of the Renewal Inspection conducted on 07/17/2025, the file for Staff Person #1 did not contain two written, nonfamily reference letters.” — what has changed since then?
- 2The Sep 30, 2024 inspection noted: “At the time of the complaint investigation on 09/30/2024, Staff Person #1 prevented Child #1 from leaving the book nook area by wrapping his arms around her tor…” — what has changed since then?
- 3The Sep 30, 2024 inspection noted: “At the time of the Unannounced Inspection on 09/30/2024, the individual record for Staff #2and Staff #3 did not contain verification of Emergency Plan Training.” — what has changed since then?
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