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Ducklings Early Learning Center Great Valley
105 Church Rd, Malvern PA 19355 · License #CER-00243644 · Child Care Center
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- 1-Star quality rating
- Does not accept Child Care Works subsidy
- Licensed for 139 children
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Violations per inspection, 3-yrInspection history & violations
Source: Pennsylvania DHS, Office of Child Development and Early Learning- Violation
3270.27(d) · The operator shall post the emergency plan in the facility at a conspicuous location.
During the renewal inspection conducted 8/20/25, there was no emergency plan posted in a conspicuous location.
Corrected by Aug 20, 2025
- Violation
3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(ii) · An assistant group supervisor shall have a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate and 2 years experience with children. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility.
During the renewal inspection conducted on August 19, 2024, the records reviewed for staff persons #3 and #4 did not include verification of childcare experience to qualify the staff person for the position performing. (Assistant Group Supervisor).
Corrected by Sep 4, 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 the renewal inspection conducted on August 19, 2024, the record reviewed for Staff person #3 did not include two written references speaking to the staff persons suitably. Only one reference in the record spoke to the staff persons suitability to work with children. Staff person #4 record did not include two written nonfamily references.
Corrected by Sep 4, 2024
- Violation
3270.31(e) · A staff person shall obtain an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training.
During the renewal inspection conducted on August 19, 2024, there was no evidence that staff person #1 and #2 obtained 12 clock hours of childcare training within a 12-month period. (see hire dates on code sheet).
Corrected by Sep 6, 2024
- Violation
3270.14 · A facility shall be operated in conformity with applicable Federal and State laws and regulations.State agencies whose regulations may relate to the operation of a facility include the Department of Environmental Resources, the Department of Labor and Industry, the Department of Health, the Department of Education and the Department of Transportation.
On 9/21/23, at time of renewal, the facility did not have a policy on file to address Shaken Baby Syndrome/Head Trauma/Maltreatment of Children as required by OCDEL.
Corrected by Sep 29, 2023
- 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: Facility Person # 1 & #2 & #6 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. Facility Person #1 & #2 may not work in a child care position at the facility.
On 9/21/23, at time of renewal, Staff #6 has been employed at the facility more than 45 days. Staff #6 file did not contain a completed NSOR clearance required by CPSL. Staff #1 file did not contain proof of request of NSOR clearance, and a signed Disclosure Statement as required by CPSL in order to work provisionally for 45 days. Staff #2 file did not contain proof of FBI receipt as required by CPSL to work provisionally for 45 days. Additionally, Staff # 2 was observed working in the PS Classroom unsupervised by a permanent staff person.
Corrected by Sep 22, 2023
- Violation
3270.124(c) · When children are in the facility, emergency contact information shall be present in a child care space for children receiving care in the space.
On 9/21/23, at time of renewal, emergency contact information was not present in the outdoor childcare space where children were receiving care.
Corrected by Sep 21, 2023
- Violation
3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e) · A health report shall include a review of the child's immunized status according to recommendations of the ACIP. The facility may not accept or retain an infant 2 months of age or older, a toddler or a preschool child at the facility for more than 60 days following the first day of attendance at the facility unless the parent provides written verification from a physician, physician's assistant, CRNP, the Department of Health or a local health department of the dates (month, day and year) the child was administered immunizations in accordance with the recommendations of the ACIP.
On 9/21/23, at time of renewal, Child #1 has been enrolled at the facility for more than 60 days. Child #1 immunization record did not contain annual influenza vaccine as recommended by the ACIP.
Corrected by Sep 22, 2023
- Violation
3270.133(1)/3270.133(3) · A prescription or nonprescription medication may be accepted only in an original container. The medication shall remain in the container in which it was received. The label of a medication container shall identify the name of the medication and the name of the child for whom the medication is intended. Medication shall be administered to only the child whose name appears on the container.
On 9/21/23, at time of inspection, an EpiPen and Benadryl belonging to Child #2 was observed in the preschool classroom. The EpiPen was not in its original container with prescription containing child's name. The Benadryl was not labeled with the child's name.
Corrected by Sep 22, 2023
- Violation
3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) · A facility person providing direct care who comes into contact with the children or who works with food preparation shall have a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting and every 24 months thereafter. A health assessment is valid for 24 months following the date of signature, if the person does not contract a communicable disease or develop a medical problem. A facility person's record shall include a written report of initial and subsequent health assessments, including the results of initial and subsequent tuberculin skin tests, x-rays or other medical documentation necessary to confirm freedom from communicable tuberculosis.
On 9/21/23, at time of renewal, Staff #1, #3, #4 and #5 files did not contain the date in which results of tuberculosis testing was obtained.
Corrected by Sep 21, 2023
- Violation
3270.181(c) · 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.
On 9/21/23, at time of renewal, Child #3 and #4 files did not contain financial agreements dated at least once in a 6-month period. Child #3 financial agreement was dated 12/20/22. Child #4 financial agreement was dated 6/26/22.
Corrected by Sep 25, 2023
- 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.
On 9/21/23, at time of inspection, Staff #1 file did not contain 2 letters of written references.
Corrected by Sep 25, 2023
- 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.
On 10/19/22, Staff #3 file did not contain two written references.
Corrected by Oct 21, 2022
- Violation
3270.14/3270.21 · A facility shall be operated in conformity with applicable Federal and State laws and regulations.State agencies whose regulations may relate to the operation of a facility include the Department of Environmental Resources, the Department of Labor and Industry, the Department of Health, the Department of Education and the Department of Transportation. Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children.
Staff person #1 was observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person #1 has not completed the following pre-service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: Pediatric First Aid/CPR
Corrected by Oct 19, 2022
- Violation
3270.32(a) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). 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.
On 10/19/22, Staff person #1 was observed to be caring for children unsupervised in the PK room. Staff #1 file did not contain results of FBI and NSOR clearances as required by CPS Law.
Corrected by Oct 19, 2022
- Violation
3270.33(a)/3270.192(2)(iv) · A staff person or a substitute staff person shall meet one of the applicable staff qualifications for the position in which the person is performing. A facility person's record shall include acceptable verification of experience, education or training is a transcript or a diploma or a letter signed by a representative of the experiential, educational or training entity.
On 10/19/22, Staff #4 was observed working with children in the Infant room. Staff #4 file did not contain verification of education and experience.
Corrected by Oct 21, 2022
- Violation
3270.191 · An individual record is required for each facility person.
On 10/19/22, Staff #2 was observed being utilized as a staff person in the Older Toddler Classroom. An individual record was not observed for Staff #2.
Corrected by Oct 26, 2022
- Violation
3270.71 · Hot water pipes and other sources of heat exceeding 110° F that are accessible to children shall be equipped with protective guards or shall be insulated to prevent direct contact.
During the initial inspection on May 9, 2022, the facility's heating system was accessible to children behind unlocked door in the indoor play space.
Corrected by May 9, 2022
- Violation
3270.76 · Floors, walls, ceilings and other surfaces, including the facility's outdoor play space surfaces shall be kept clean, in good repair and free from visible hazards.
During the initial inspection on May 9, 2022, metal building supplies were observed behind an unlocked door in indoor play space accessible to children.
Corrected by May 9, 2022
- Violation
3270.65 · Protective receptacle covers shall be placed in electrical outlets accessible to children 5 years of age or younger.
During the initial inspection on May 9, 2022, there was an uncovered electrical outlet observed in indoor play space storage closet.
Corrected by May 9, 2022
- Violation
3270.82(h) · A facility person and an able child shall wash his hands after toileting and before eating. A sign on which this requirement is written shall be posted at each toilet, training chair, diapering area and sink in the facility.
During the initial inspection on May 9, 2022, the signs posted in toilet areas did not include washing hands before eating.
Corrected by May 9, 2022
- Violation
3270.82(i) · A toilet area, training chair area, diapering area and sink area shall be equipped with a clean, lidded waste receptacle.
During the initial inspection on May 9, 2022, there were no lidded waste receptacles in toilet areas.
Corrected by May 9, 2022
Questions to ask on your tour
Generated from this facility's specific inspection record
- 1The Aug 20, 2025 inspection noted: “During the renewal inspection conducted 8/20/25, there was no emergency plan posted in a conspicuous location.” — what has changed since then?
- 2The Aug 19, 2024 inspection noted: “During the renewal inspection conducted on August 19, 2024, the records reviewed for staff persons #3 and #4 did not include verification of childcare experienc…” — what has changed since then?
- 3The Sep 21, 2023 inspection noted: “On 9/21/23, at time of renewal, the facility did not have a policy on file to address Shaken Baby Syndrome/Head Trauma/Maltreatment of Children as required by O…” — what has changed since then?
Data synced from Pennsylvania DHS, Office of Child Development and Early Learning · Source records · Report an error