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The Malvern School
383 Lancaster Ave, Malvern PA 19355 · License #CER-00246762 · Child Care Center
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- (610) 296-9200
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- Address
- 383 Lancaster Ave, Malvern PA 19355 · Directions
Hours
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Care & schedule
When they operate
Ages served
- 4-Star quality rating
- Accepts Child Care Works subsidy
- Licensed for 129 children
How this facility compares
Violations per inspection, 3-yrInspection history & violations
Source: Pennsylvania DHS, Office of Child Development and Early Learning- Violation
3270.21 · Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children.
During the complaint investigation conducted 11/26/25, it was found that child #1 found a marijuana pen within the facility that was accidently dropped by staff person # 1. The child was in possession of the pen and was able to place the substance in their mouth within an approximate 20 second period before a staff person was aware.
Corrected by Nov 26, 2025
- Violation
3270.113(a) · Children on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the premises shall be supervised by a staff person at all times. Outdoor play space used by the facility is considered part of the facility premises.
During the complaint investigation conducted 11/26/25, it was found that child #1 found a marijuana pen within the facility that was accidently dropped by staff person # 1. The child was in possession of the pen for an approximate 20 second period before a staff person was aware.
Corrected by Jan 21, 2026
- Violation
3270.135(e) · A staff person shall check a child's diaper at least every 2 hours and whenever the child indicates discomfort or exhibits behavior that suggests a soiled diaper. A staff person shall change a child's diaper when the diaper is soiled.
During the compliant investigation it was found that child #1 was not being changed or checked at least every 2 hours.
Corrected by Nov 11, 2024
- Violation
3270.106(a) · Individual, clean, age-appropriate rest equipment shall be provided for preschool, toddler and infant children as agreed between the child's parent and the operator. The rest equipment shall be labeled for the use of a specific child and used only by the specified child.
At the time of the inspection the rest equipment of child #1 was not labeled.
Corrected by Dec 14, 2023
- Violation
3270.131(b)(2)/3270.182(1) · The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 12 months for an older toddler or preschool child. A child's record shall contain initial and subsequent health reports.
At the time of the inspection the record of child #2 was lacking a current health assessment.
Corrected by Dec 15, 2023
- Violation
3270.192(2)(iv) · 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.
At the time of the inspection the record of staff person #1 did not have an acceptable verification of experience, in the form of verification of educational level.
Corrected by Jan 12, 2024
- Violation
3270.113(b) · A facility person may not use any form of physical punishment, including spanking a child.
Staff person #1 placed child on seat cushion in library area and then threw a bag of clothes at child
Corrected by Aug 12, 2022
- Violation
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). 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 may not work in a child care position at the facility.
During the renewal inspection the file of Staff 1 did not include out of state clearances required by the Child Protective Services Law.
Corrected by May 12, 2022
Questions to ask on your tour
Generated from this facility's specific inspection record
- 1The Nov 26, 2025 inspection noted: “During the complaint investigation conducted 11/26/25, it was found that child #1 found a marijuana pen within the facility that was accidently dropped by staff…” — what has changed since then?
- 2The Nov 5, 2024 inspection noted: “During the compliant investigation it was found that child #1 was not being changed or checked at least every 2 hours.” — what has changed since then?
- 3The Dec 11, 2023 inspection noted: “At the time of the inspection the rest equipment of child #1 was not labeled.” — what has changed since then?
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