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Gpy Phoenixville Base
400 E Pothouse Rd, Phoenixville PA 19460 · License #CER-00255076 · Child Care Center
Contact
- Phone
- (610) 933-5861
- Website
- philaymca.org
- Address
- 400 E Pothouse Rd, Phoenixville PA 19460 · Directions
Hours
Not published by the state. Owners can add hours via profile claim.
Care & schedule
When they operate
Schedule type not published.
Ages served
- 1-Star quality rating
- Accepts Child Care Works subsidy
- Licensed for 62 children
How this facility compares
Violations per inspection, 3-yrInspection history & violations
Source: Pennsylvania DHS, Office of Child Development and Early Learning- 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 the topic of pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation within 90 days of hire.
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 4 staff files and the file of staff #1 did not include a PQAS certified pediatric CPR and first aid training within 90 days of hire.
Corrected by Apr 30, 2026
- 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: 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 childcare position at the facility.
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 4 staff files and the files for staff #1 did not include the results of NSOR clearances. There is proof of application for but according to the Announcement C-25-01 provisional hires will need to have NSOR, Child Abuse, either State Police or FBI clearances, out-of-state clearances, if applicable, proof of application for all remaining clearances and a signed disclosure statement.
Corrected by Apr 30, 2026
- 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.
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 4 staff files and the file for staff #1 did not include a health assessment including the results of initial and subsequent tuberculin skin tests, x-rays or other medical documentation necessary to confirm freedom from communicable tuberculosis.
Corrected by Apr 30, 2026
- Violation
3270.182(1) · A child's record shall contain initial and subsequent health reports.
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 5 children's files and the file for child #1 did not include an updated health report.
Corrected by Apr 30, 2026
- 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, certification representative reviewed 4 staff files and the file for staff #1 did not include two written non-family references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.
Corrected by Apr 30, 2026
- Violation
3270.35(b)(2)/3270.192(2)(iv) · A group supervisor shall have a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university, including 30 credit hours in early childhood education, child development, special education, elementary education or the human services field and 1 year of experience with children. 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.
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 8 staff files and the file for staff #1 did not include a verified/translated degree. The degree that was in the file was a foreign degree that wasn't translated.
Corrected by May 1, 2025
- Violation
3270.32(a) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services).
Staff 1 has not completed mandated reporter training within the last 60 months.
Corrected by May 26, 2023
- Violation
3270.131(e)(1)/3270.131(e)(2)(i) · The facility shall require the parent to provide updated written verification from a physician, physician's assistant, CRNP, the Department of Health or a local health department of ongoing vaccines administered to an infant, toddler or preschool child in accordance with the schedule recommended by the ACIP. Exemption from immunization for religious belief or strong personal objection equated to a religious belief shall be documented by a written, signed and dated statement from the child's parent or guardian. The statement shall be kept in the child's record.
Child 1 and 2 did not have proof of a flu immunization nor a letter of exemption on file at the time of the inspection.
Corrected by Jun 16, 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.
Staff 2 did not have proof of a physical report nor the results of a TB test on file at the time of the inspection.
Corrected by Jun 16, 2023
- Violation
3270.65 · Protective receptacle covers shall be placed in electrical outlets accessible to children 5 years of age or younger.
DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON 5/3/22, THERE WERE OUTLET COVERS MISSING IN THE ELECTRICAL OUTLETS IN THE CHILD CARE SPACE ON THE LEFT.
Corrected by May 3, 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 RENEWAL INSPECTION ON 5/3/22, THERE WAS A HOLE IN THE SHEET ROCK ACCESSIBLE TO CHILDREN CAUSING A POTENTIAL HAZARD TO CHILDREN IN THE CHILDCARE SPACE ON THE LEFT.
Corrected by May 4, 2022
- Violation
3270.77(a) · Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility.
DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON 5/3/22, THERE WERE PEELING PAINT ON THE RED AND GREEN WALL IN THE CHILD CARE SPACE.
Corrected by May 4, 2022
- Violation
3270.25(a) · The facility's current certificate of compliance shall be posted in a conspicuous location used by parents. The operator shall provide the parent of each child enrolled with information on how to access the regulations in this chapter electronically and with instructions for contacting the appropriate regional child care office.
DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON 5/3/22, THE OPERATOR DID NOT HAVE A WAY TO PRROVIDE THE PARENTS OF EACH CHILD ENROLLED WITH INFORMATON ON HOW TO ACESS THE REGULATION IN THIS CHAPTER ELECTRONICALLY AND WITH INSTRUCTIONS FOR CONTACTING THE APPROPRIATE REGIONAL CHILD CARE OFFICE.
Corrected by May 3, 2022
Questions to ask on your tour
Generated from this facility's specific inspection record
- 1The Mar 30, 2026 inspection noted: “During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 4 staff files and the file of staff #1 did not include a PQAS certified pediatric CPR and f…” — what has changed since then?
- 2The Mar 31, 2025 inspection noted: “During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 8 staff files and the file for staff #1 did not include a verified/translated degree. The d…” — what has changed since then?
- 3The May 16, 2023 inspection noted: “Staff 1 has not completed mandated reporter training within the last 60 months.” — what has changed since then?
Data synced from Pennsylvania DHS, Office of Child Development and Early Learning · Source records · Report an error